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- 1 What is the restraining circle in basketball?
- 2 What is the diameter of the center circle in basketball court?
- 3 What is the dotted line in basketball?
- 4 What do you call to the line that is drawn at the center circle where the center toss takes place to begin the game?
- 5 How many seconds do you have to get rid of the ball when you are closely guarded?
What is the restraining circle in basketball?
Definition of ‘restraining circle’ 1. any of three circles on the floor of a basketball court used for jump balls: other players must remain outside the circle during a jump ball. 2. any of five circles similarly used for face-offs in ice hockey.
What is the middle of a basketball court called?
The midcourt line is located in the middle of the court and divides it equally in two pieces. It is also known as the half-court line and the timeline.
What is the diameter of the center circle in basketball court?
11.81ft diameter
Basketball court lines in feet and yards
| Court marking | Dimensions (ft) |
|---|---|
| Centre circle | 11.81ft diameter |
| Three point line | 22.14ft from the basket |
| Free throw line | 11.81ft, 15.09ft from the backboard |
| Free throw circle | 11.81ft diameter |
Where is the block on a basketball court?
Block. The block is a buffer area painted on the lane lines separating offensive and defensive players during a free throw attempt. Additionally, it is a very strategic area during the game.
What is the dotted line in basketball?
This line is used as a boundary line when shooting free throws. It is fifteen feet away from the backboard. On a free throw attempt, the shooter cannot step on or across this line until the ball strikes the rim.
Why is there a restricted area in basketball?
What is the restricted area? A four-foot arc underneath the basket under which players cannot draw charges. The rule is designed to prevent players from hanging below the rim while offensive players drive to the basket. A defender must establish his position outside of the area in order to draw a charge.
What do you call to the line that is drawn at the center circle where the center toss takes place to begin the game?
midcourt line
In the very center of the midcourt line is the center circle (12 feet in diameter), where the center toss takes place to begin the game.
Which dribbler is usually the best dribbler on the team?
The point guard runs the offense and usually is the team’s best dribbler and passer.
How many seconds do you have to get rid of the ball when you are closely guarded?
Five Seconds
Closely Guarded – Five Seconds: A violation occurs when the ball handler is closely guarded (within six feet) by the same defensive player for five consecutive seconds while the ball is being held OR while the ball is being dribbled.