Basketball Basics
Learning Objective
I can demonstrate the basic rules and techniques of basketball.
Key Concepts
A player commits a carry when their hand goes more than halfway under the ball while dribbling.
When performing a layup, a player can take two steps after picking up the dribble, keeping their pivot foot in mind.
A double dribble occurs when a player dribbles, picks up the ball with both hands, and then dribbles again.
Practice Questions
This lesson includes 12 practice questions to reinforce learning.
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1. What is a 'carry' in basketball, according to the video?
2. While dribbling, how many steps can a player take without being called for a travel?
3. Explain the 'stutter step' and whether it is legal in basketball.
...and 9 more questions
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