The small forward in basketball is also known as the “three” or the “swingman.” Since they are the “three,” these players are usually in the middle of the team in height and weight. These players tend to be bigger than guards but smaller than power forwards or centers. Ultimately, the small forward’s job is to … Read more
To put it simply, PF means “personal fouls” in basketball. When a player commits a personal foul against another player, it will be scored on their stat sheet. In the NBA, each player is permitted six fouls per game, so keeping track of all personal fouls is essential. So, what exactly are the types of … Read more
Generally, there are four quarters in a basketball game, though the length varies based on the level of play and sometimes on individual leagues. NBA Games can go longer than four quarters, which turns into overtime when there is a tie after the fourth quarter concludes. There are two halves for college basketball instead of … Read more
NBA basketball games consist of four quarters that are 12 minutes of official game time. A typical NBA game takes about two and a half hours to complete. A regular-season game takes less time to complete than a playoff game due to extended commercial breaks. So why do professional basketball games take close to two … Read more
In basketball, a shot clock violation occurs when a player on the offensive team fails to attempt a field goal before the shot clock runs out. This rule’s design increases the flow of a basketball game, making it more entertaining for fans who want to watch a high-scoring game. So, what is the shot clock … Read more
You may have heard the term hooper in basketball, and think hooper just means a basketball player nothing else. But it’s not just any type of basketball player. What is a hooper in basketball? A hooper in basketball is a player who is above average in skill and is one of the best players on … Read more
The 3 point shot has changed and revolutionized the game of basketball. Teams are shooting a record number of shots from the line than in past years. Some hate it but most fans love it as it leads to higher scoring games and opens up the game to more highlight plays. Can a player attempt … Read more
Jumping on a trampoline is known as a fun kids’ activity, usually involving friends and a giant trampoline. Kids will jump for hours on it, seeing who can jump the highest while attempting all types of tricks like front and backflips. Trampolines are also used for exercising which is a great way for those that … Read more
Many professional sports have the offside rule, violating this rule results in a turnover in possession or penalty. Though many people often wonder if there are off-sides in the game of basketball. Are there offsides in a basketball game? No, a basketball court isn’t large enough that it would need offside lines or a system … Read more
I thought you could only take 2 steps in basketball and not 3. Isn’t picking up the pivot foot a travel? If you had these questions while watching an NBA basketball game well your not alone. Why don’t they call more travels in the NBA? Calling every travel would slow the game down immensely that it … Read more