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Basketball Games Basics

by Jacquelyn Gilchrist

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Learn about the basics of a typical basketball game with the following helpful articles and videos. This guide will help you understand the various positions, how to keep score and perform basic maneuvers.

  • What Are the Positions in Basketball?

    There are five positions in basketball, including the point guard, shooting guard, small forward, power forward and center. Find out what the jobs of each position are in Read More

  • What Is a Basketball Foul?

    In basketball, a foul is either an offensive foul or a defensive foul, and these usually involve contact that is illegal. Find out what makes a foul a shooting foul with Read More

  • The Point System In Basketball

    In basketball, there are one point, two point, and three point shots. Learn about the basketball point system in this free instructional sports video. Read More

  • How Basketball is Timed

    Basketball is a timed game that is broken up into quarters or halves, depending on whether you are playing at the junior high, high school or college level. Learn about how Read More

  • How to Play Basketball

    Playing basketball includes shooting layups, jump shots, three-pointers and rebounding, dribbling and defense . Play basketball with tips from a basketball coach in this Read More

  • How to Be a Better Basketball Player

    In order to be a better basketball player, it's important to develop a total game, to learn every position and to possess a variety of skills. Discover how a basketball Read More

  • How to Shoot a Basketball

    Shooting a basketball requires a solid shooting routine, good footwork and shooting the basketball with the fingertips. Shoot a basketball with tips from a basketball coach Read More

  • How to Steal the Basketball

    Stealing the ball can help you get an easy basket in the game of basketball. Learn tips and techniques on how to steal the basketball in this free sports training video on Read More

  • How to Dunk a Basketball

    Dunking a basketball can be made easier by plyometric exercises. Dunk a basketball with tips from a former semi-pro basketball player in this free video on basketball. Read More

  • How to Do a Spin Move in Basketball

    A spin move in basketball is used by an offensive player to get around a defensive player. Do a spin move with tips from a former semi-pro basketball player in this free Read More

  • How to Make a 3-Pointer in Basketball

    Shooting three-pointers requires the correct shooting arc and good use of the legs. Make a three-pointer in basketball with tips from a basketball coach in this free video Read More

  • How to Pass a Basketball

    Basketball is about the team, so passing the ball and making an assist can be just as important as shooting a basket. Learn how to do a chest pass and a bounce pass in Read More

  • Dribbling in Basketball

    Dribbling is an all-important basketball skill for any player. Get expert tips and advice on basketball drills, rules, and history in this free video. Read More

  • The Backboard in Basketball

    The backboard can be used in basketball to avoid getting blocked. Get expert tips and advice on basketball rules, shoes, and history in this free video. Read More

  • How to Catch a Basketball

    Catch a basketball close to your body to keep defenders from getting it away from you. Learn how in this basketball fundamentals video, with b-ball tips from a hoops expert. Read More

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