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Learn about the various rules of basketball, from high school to college to the professional level.

How Long Do College Basketball Games Last (Start to Finish)?

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The college basketball season usually gets started a couple of weeks before Thanksgiving. There are some huge matchups between schools …

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What Does Rim Rest Mean in Basketball?

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Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green was at the free throw line during Game 4 of the 2022 Western Conference …

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A Simple Explanation Of Shirts vs Skins In Basketball

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One advantage basketball has over other sports is the ease in which a game can come together. Rounding up a …

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Is Basketball a Contact Sport? No, But…

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Lots of people say that basketball isn’t a contact sport because there’s not a vicious hit on every play like …

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What is The Paint in Basketball? [Picture Examples]

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Did you know that the Memphis Grizzlies are currently averaging 58 points in the paint per game for the 2021-22 …

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What is a Carry in Basketball? A Simple Guide with Examples

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I’ll never forget the first time I was called for a carry in a junior pro basketball game as a …

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What is a Brick in Basketball (& Worst Bricks of All Time)

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Wondering what the term “brick” refers to in basketball?  In this article, we’ll break down what it means and also …

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What is The Baseline in Basketball? Definition & Importance

During my years of coaching youth basketball, I’ve learned the importance of teaching young players the basic fundamentals.  One of …

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What Does Dropping Dimes Mean in Basketball?

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I remember the first time I heard the phrase “dropping dimes” while watching an NBA game. Legendary point guard John …

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NBA Quarter Times: What’s Up With Those 12 Minute Quarters?

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Have you ever noticed that NBA games take much longer than high school or college basketball games?  The main reason …

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