Basketball is a team sport in which two teams, typically consisting of five players each, compete to score points by shooting a ball through the opponent’s hoop or basket. The game is played on a rectangular court with a hoop at each end, and the objective is to accumulate more points than the opposing team within a specified time frame. Points are awarded for shots made from different distances: two points for shots taken inside the three-point line, three points for shots taken beyond the line, and one point for successful free throws.
Players advance the ball by dribbling (bouncing the ball while running) or passing it to teammates. The game involves various skills, including shooting, passing, dribbling, and defensive tactics. Basketball emphasizes teamwork, strategy, and agility, with players often needed to adapt their roles based on the flow of the game. It is both a highly popular recreational activity and a professional sport, with leagues such as the National Basketball Association (NBA) in the United States drawing international prominence. The sport is characterized by its fast-paced nature and high-scoring plays, making it widely followed and played around the world.
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