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Rules of
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the Game
Rules and Interpretations
At the most basic level, the rules of basketball make it an easy game to learn and a simple game to play. However, once played at an elite level, many additional rules intervene in order to address the many situations that may arise during a competitive game.
FIBA decides, publishes and adapts the Official Basketball Rules, which are the only basketball rules recognized internationally. They are comprehensive and address all rule-related aspects of the game.
FIBA 5-on-5 rules differ slightly from CEBL, NBA, NCAA and WNBA rules.
James Naismith
The Original 13 Rules of Basketball
Springfield, Massachusetts - Winter 1891-92
"First Draft of Basket Ball rules.
Hung in the gym that the boys might learn the rules."
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