Swati Bhatia
www.totalprosports.com
3x3 basketball, also known as three-on-three basketball, is a fast paced version of the traditional five-on-five game.
It has rapidly grown in popularity in recent years. Here's a look at what makes 3x3 basketball unique and its presence in the Olympics.
- Team Composition: Each team has three players on the court and one substitute. - Court Size: Played on a half-court with one hoop.
Rules of 3*3 basketball
Game Duration: Games are played in a single period of 10 minutes, or until a team scores 21 points.
Rules of 3*3 basketball
- Shot Clock: A 12-second shot clock encourages rapid play. - Fouls: The seventh team foul results in two free throws for the opponent.
Rules of 3*3 basketball
Team Size: 3x3 basketball has three players per team on the court, compared to five in regular basketball.
Differences from Regular Basketball
Court and Hoop: 3x3 is played on a half-court with one hoop, while regular basketball is played on a full court with two hoops.
Differences from Regular Basketball
Game Duration and Scoring: The game is shorter, with a target score (21 points) or a 10-minute duration. Regular basketball typically are long, with no target score.
Differences from Regular Basketball
Possession Rules: After a score in 3x3, the opposing team must clear the ball beyond the arc before scoring, unlike the full-court transitions in regular basketball.
Differences from Regular Basketball
- Baskets inside the arc ) are worth 1 point. - Baskets made beyond the arc are worth 2 points.
Scoring in 3*3 basketball
3x3 basketball made its Olympic debut at the Tokyo 2020 Games and is being played in Paris Olympics 2024.
3x3 Basketball in the Olympics