Teams: Each team typically consists of five players on the court at any given time, with additional players available on the bench to substitute in during the game.
Court: The basketball court is divided into two main sections by the midcourt line. Each team has a hoop and basket at their respective ends. The court also includes markings such as the three-point line, free-throw line, and key (or paint).
Scoring: Points are scored by shooting the ball through the opponent's hoop. A field goal, which is a shot made from anywhere on the court during regular play, is worth two points if made inside the three-point line and three points if made from beyond the arc. Free throws, awarded after certain fouls, are worth one point each.
Gameplay: The game begins with a tip-off, where one player from each team jumps to try to tap the ball to a te