Basketball

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 opposing team’s basket, which is an elevated hoop and net. The game is played on a rectangular court with a hoop at each end. Scoring can occur in various ways, including field goals, which are worth two or three points depending on the distance from the hoop, and free throws, which are worth one point each. Basketball emphasizes skills such as dribbling, shooting, passing, and defense. The game is known for its fast pace, strategic play, and athleticism. It is played both professionally and at amateur levels worldwide, with major leagues like the National Basketball Association (NBA) in the United States.