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What is Basketball?

Basketball is a fast-paced game that requires the knowledge and instinct to perform quickly and
properly. The sport of basketball requires five basic skills. While some players might be more
experienced with some skills than others, it is best to have at least some ability in all five areas

1. Dribbling

Dribbling is an important skill for all basketball players. This skill will allow
you to move up and down the court, maneuver past defenders and execute
plays. Proper dribbling requires ball-handling skills and knowledge of how to
spread your fingers for ball control. It is also best if you know how to dribble
equally well with both hands.

Types of Dribbles in Basketball

Sharpening your ball-handling skills and dribbling fundamentals gives you a decided advantage over any
defensive player. It is important to learn which type of dribble to use in a given situation. Some types of
dribbles are designed to advance the ball quickly up the court, while others allow you to go past your
defender. With all types of dribbles it is important to keep your head up so that you can see teammates
when they have scoring opportunities.

a. High Bounce

The high dribble is used when you are trying to move the ball up the court very quickly. Typically, you
will see high dribbles after steals and during fast-break opportunities. To execute a high dribble, keep
you torso erect and push the top of the ball forward, well ahead of your body. The bounce of the ball
should reach anywhere from between your upper thigh to slightly above your waist.

b. Change of Pace

A change of pace dribble is used to cause your defender to lose his balance as you move the ball forward
with a high dribble. The change of pace occurs when you slow your momentum moving the ball forward
and relax your torso. The defender, thinking you are slowing down, goes back on his heels. You rapidly
accelerate past him.

c. Crossover

If your defender is making a strong attempt to prevent you from going right or left, using a crossover
dribble can be effective. For example, if your defender is trying to prevent you from going to your right,
you would perform a crossover dribble to your left. To do so, flick the ball across your body from your
right hand to your left hand, while simultaneously moving your right foot across your body to your left.
It is important to keep your body low; your dribble should be no higher than your knees. Accelerate past
your defender by pushing off with your left foot.

d. Between the Legs

The between the legs dribble is used to go past a defender who is overplaying you. If you are going left,
begin with rapid low dribbles with your right hand. Take a deep step forward with your left foot and flick
the ball through your legs to your left hand. Keep your body low as you move forward to your left.
e. Behind the Back

If you want to change directions while keeping a good view of the entire court, a behind the back dribble
can be effective. If you want to move to your left, begin dribbling with your right hand. To execute this
dribble you need to place your hand on the side of the ball. Step forward with your left foot while
simultaneously wrapping the ball behind your back, across the back of your thighs, and flick the ball
toward your left hand. Be sure to plant your right foot before stepping forward with your left foot.

2. Shooting

In order to score points in basketball, you need to shoot the ball into
the hoop. This requires the ability to properly hold and throw the ball
into the air toward the basket while avoiding defenders. A proper
shot requires precise aiming, arm extension and lift from the legs.
There are different types of shots you need to learn, including jump
shots, layups and free throws.

Types of Shooting in Basketball

The object of basketball is to shoot the big orange ball through the slightly larger circular hoop. Shooting
is one of basketball’s basic skills, and one new players are typically eager to learn. While some players
specialize in certain types of shots, all-around players learn as many as possible to maximize their
scoring options.

Shooting Fundamentals

Most shots involve similar physical mechanics. Square your shoulders to the basket, place the fingers of
your shooting hand under the ball, tuck your elbow close to your body and balance the ball lightly with
your non-shooting hand. Extend your shooting arm toward the hoop and flick your wrist to release the
shot. Shoot with your fingers and generate most of the power with your wrist, not your arm. Follow
through directly toward the target with your shooting hand. You’ll typically aim for a spot above the
middle of the rim. From close range, aim for a spot on the backboard.

a. Jump Shot

The jumper is used most frequently for mid- to long-range shots, including three-point attempts,
although you can use it from short range to gain separation from a defender. Jump straight up and use
the basic shooting form. Release the ball at the peak of your jump.

b. Set Shot/Free Throws

The two-handed set shot was once the common way to shoot from the perimeter. Today it’s typically
only used by young players who lack the strength to shoot with one hand. A free throw, however, is
basically a type of set shot, although it’s almost always performed with one hand. Use the standard
shooting form, but don’t jump.
c. Layup

You’ll typically shoot layups from very close range after dribbling to the basket, or taking a pass near the
hoop. Typical layup form involves grasping the ball with two hands, raising it in front of your face and
banking it off the backboard, which all occurs while you’re in motion. A putback of a missed shot is also
technically a layup. If you can jump well enough you may also raise the ball as high as possible and flip it
straight through the rim.

d. Post Shots

Centers and power forwards who typically operate near the basket often use short shots. A turn-around
jumper begins with your back to the basket. You then jump away from the hoop while leaning back and
simultaneously pivoting about 180 degrees to face the basket before you shoot. For a hook shot, stride
into the lane with your back to the hoop while keeping your torso between the basket and the ball. Turn
your non-shooting shoulder toward the hoop, jump, raise the ball straight up and flip your wrist to take
the shot.

e. Dunk

The dunk, basketball’s most spectacular shot, relies more on jumping ability than shooting skill. If you
can jump high enough, and hands large enough to control the ball, leap, lift the ball above the rim and
push or throw it through the net.

3. Running

Running is a big part of basketball. In a full-court game, you will find yourself
running back and forth as the game quickly transitions between offense and
defense. When you have the ball, running will help you to avoid defenders and
get to the basket quicker. On defense, you often will find yourself needing to
run after the opponent, especially during fast breaks.

4. Passing

Passing is another skill that when mastered can help you become a
complete basketball player. Basketball is a team sport that involves
finding a teammate who is open for a shot. The ability to pass the ball to
this player can make the difference between scoring and not scoring.
Really great passers are an important part of a basketball team and
usually the ones who set up scoring plays.

Five Different Types of Basketball Passes

Passing the ball in basketball requires touch, vision, dexterity and strength. Good teams have players
who look to pass the ball to the open player to take the ball to the basket or get a good look for a jump
shot. You can pass the ball effectively in several ways.
a. Chest Pass

A chest pass is the most basic way to move the basketball from one player to another. If you have an
open teammate and there's little or no chance that an opponent will steal the ball, the chest pass should
work well. Hold the ball with both hands and pushing hard and outward with your thumbs. Aim for the
teammate's chest.

b. Bounce Pass

The bounce pass often is just as accurate as a chest pass and harder to defend. Hold the ball at chest
level and bounce it off the floor halfway between yourself and your teammate. The defense may be
anticipating a chest pass and often might not be ready for a ball that bounces hard and comes in from a
low angle.

c. Baseball Pass

The baseball pass is a type to use when you have the ball in the back court -- often after a steal -- and
your teammate is breaking to the basket. Take the ball and bring it overhead and throw a hard, direct
pass to your teammate. The pass should lead your teammate and give him a chance to catch the ball at
full speed and then accelerate toward the basket.

d. Outlet Pass

Defensive rebounders often use the outlet pass. After getting a rebound off the defensive boards, a
power forward or the center will take one step away from the basket and throw the ball toward the
sideline, where a guard catches it and starts the attack. This pass often is a two-hand overhead pass or
as a bounce pass. Hall of Famers Bill Russell, Wilt Chamberlain and Wes Unseld excelled at making this
pass.

e. No-Look Pass

The no-look pass is designed to confuse the defense. A point guard leading a fast break can use this pass
with success. It has a high degree of difficulty because the passer looks in a different direction than the
direction in which the ball will be going. It is very easy to throw this ball away for a turnover, but when
the play works, it usually leads to an uncontested layup or a dunk. Magic Johnson made this pass one of
his signature moves during his career, and point guards have been using this move since the 1980s.

5. Jumping

Jumping is another skill that can define how good a basketball player is.
Jumping is involved in offense during the jump ball in the beginning, while
taking shots and sometimes while trying to catch a pass. On defensive you
will need the ability to jump when trying to block a shot or a pass. Being
able to out jump your opponent for a rebound also is important.