The goal is to shoot the ball through the hoop. Points are awarded based on where the shot is taken: Any basket made from beyond the three-point arc. 2 Points: Any basket made from inside the three-point arc.
To keep the game moving, the offensive team has a limited amount of time to attempt a shot that hits the rim. In professional play (NBA/FIBA), this is usually 24 seconds. If the clock expires before a shot is taken, the ball is awarded to the defense. 7. Backcourt Violations 10 basic rules of basketball