How to Learn NBA Rules

Learning the rules in the NBA is the first step in becoming a knowledgeable fan of the NBA. Without knowing the rules, some of the actions on the basketball court won't make any sense to you. However, in a few short steps, you can completely learn the rules to the NBA.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderate

1. Read the NBA rules at the official site of the NBA. To do so, surf to the homepage. Scroll to the bottom of the page and click on the "Rules Of The Game" link. On the next page, you will find the official rules of the NBA. Read over these rules until you fully understand each area of the rules. On the official site of the NBA, you can also learn more about the history of the rules of the NBA.
2. Watch an NBA game either in person or on television. The only way to really test your newfound knowledge of the NBA is to watch a contest. Refer to the rule book on the official site of the NBA for clarifications as needed.
3. Ask friends who are more knowledgeable about the NBA for rules clarifications. The NBA game is wildly popular around the globe, so there are a good number of experts. If you are at a game, you can ask the people around you for help. Most NBA fans will gladly explain to you any rules that you may not fully understand.
   
4. Continue to watch more and more NBA games. The more you watch, the more you'll learn the rules. After a while, the rules will be clear to you. You can also check in on the official NBA website to check for any rule changes. Typically, rule changes are announced at the beginning of each NBA season.