what are the rules and positions of basketball
Basketball Rules. Basic Basketball Rules. Two teams each have up to five players on the court at one time. Teams score by shooting the basketball through the hoop. The hoop is an 18 inch cylinder attached to the backboard and positioned 10 feet off the ground.
Basketball Positions. To play a proper basketball game, you need 10 people, 5 on each side. Sometimes there are a few extra people for substitution when their teammates get tired or injured. Each player plays a different position in the team, this normally depends on the height and strength and weaknesses of the player.