Basketball

Basketball is a team sport in which players aim to score points by shooting a ball through a hoop elevated 10 feet off the ground. The game is typically played on a rectangular court with two teams of five players each, who use various skills such as dribbling, passing, and shooting to maneuver the ball. Points are awarded based on the location from which a player shoots, with a field goal worth two points if taken from inside the three-point line and three points if taken from beyond it. The game is played in four quarters, and the team with the most points at the end of the game wins. Basketball emphasizes teamwork, strategy, and athleticism, and is governed by a set of rules that dictate gameplay, fouls, and scoring. It originated in the United States in the late 19th century and has since grown in popularity worldwide, leading to professional leagues, international competitions, and Olympic participation.