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Dribbling in basketball is an action the ball-handler can take to move the ball on the court while retaining possession. Dribbling differs from passing since the same player retains control of the ball. Dribbling is a continuous motion that a player uses to repeatedly bounce the ball off the floor with one hand.

Table of Contents

  • Basketball Dribbler
  • Dribbler’s Options
  • Importance of the Dribbler
  • Basketball Dribbling Rules
  • Picking Up Your Dribble
  • Basketball Pivoting
  • Dribbling Violations
  • FAQ

Basketball Dribbler

The dribbler in basketball is the player who has the ball. Their team is on offense, and they have the option to dribble, pass, shoot, or pivot anywhere on the court.

Dribbler’s Options

Once a player receives the ball, they can become a dribbler. The player has a few main options for what they can do with the ball. The player can choose to dribble, moving toward another player, away from the defense, or toward the basket and advance the play further. They can choose to shoot the ball, hoping to make a 2-pointer or a 3-pointer or to possibly earn two foul shots. The player can also choose to pass the ball, whether as a bounce pass, air pass, or a chest pass. Lastly, the player can choose to pivot with the ball to get a new angle or shake off their defender.

Importance of the Dribbler

Since the dribbler is the player with the ball, they are the most important player at that moment. The dribbler has the power to make a play happen and has to make the decision on what to do. The dribbler should become a triple threat to the defender, meaning they can pass, dribble, or shoot at any moment to make that defender’s job more difficult.

Basketball Dribbling Rules

There are rules in basketball that describe how a player can dribble the ball. Here are the rules of dribbling in basketball:

  • You can dribble anywhere on the court as long as you stay inbounds
  • You must only use one hand at a time (if two hands touch the ball at the same time, a player loses their dribble and may pass or shoot the ball)
  • You may take two steps once you pick up your dribble
  • You can bounce the ball off the floor as high as you want as long as your hand stays on top of the ball
  • You can not hold the ball in the air while moving on the court
  • You can not palm the ball by lifting it into the air with your hand
  • You can not stop dribbling and then start again
  • Once you dribble across half-court, you cannot cross back to your own half of the court while dribbling or in possession of the ball

Picking Up Your Dribble

At any point, the ball-handler can stop dribbling and pick up the ball. When a player decides to pick up their dribble, they grab the ball and hold it without moving any further after taking their two allowed steps. Once a player picks up their dribble, they can no longer dribble again. Instead, they can only pass, shoot, or pivot.

Basketball Pivoting

Pivoting in basketball is an action the ball-handler can take by rotating around their pivot foot. The pivot foot is determined as the first foot that touches the ground after a player picks up their dribble If both feet land on the ground at the same time, the player can choose their pivot foot. A player's pivot foot must remain on the ground and stationary when pivoting and can only come off the floor when the player gives up possession of the ball by passing it or taking a shot.

Dribbling Violations

If a player breaks any of these dribbling rules, a violation will be called by the referee. Violations result in a turnover and the other team getting the ball. These are simple mistakes in basketball that can have a large impact during a game. Here is a list of dribbling violations in basketball:

  • Traveling
  • Carrying/Palming
  • Double Dribble

Traveling

When you pick up your dribble in motion, you can only take two steps before a referee calls you for traveling. This often occurs when a player is driving the basket and stops dribbling the ball to go up for a shot or pass. If you pick up your dribble and stop moving, you are no longer allowed to take two steps. Your only option once you stop moving is to pivot, shoot, or pass the ball. Steps can only occur in the process of a motion such as moving or driving to the basket. If a player stops dribbling and takes three or more steps before passing or shooting, they have traveled.

Carrying/Palming

Carrying is when a player places their hand under the basketball and continues dribbling. If you pick up the ball, you must stop dribbling and establish a pivot foot. Carries are often called when players lift the basketball when they dribble. Palming is a form of carrying violation that involves the player holding or gripping the ball in the palm of their hand to help dribble rather than letting the ball hit the ground due to gravity.

Double Dribble

Double dribbling is when a player picks up their dribble (stops dribbling) and then starts to dribble again. They cannot do this unless they pass the ball and have it passed back to them. Players have to be careful to continue to dribble if they want to move with the ball and keep possession. Taking multiple steps in between dribbles can also result in a double dribble.

FAQ

What is dribbling in basketball?

In basketball, dribbling is a form of maintaining possession while allowing the player with the ball to move around. Once a player has the ball, they must dribble or pass the ball if they want to move around the court. Dribbling involves the player pushing the ball off of the ground in a continuous motion, allowing gravity to assist.  If the player picks the ball up or lets the ball stop moving, the dribble has ended. Once a player picks up their dribble, they can either shoot, pass, or pivot around.

Are you required to dribble the ball in basketball?

You are not always required to dribble the ball. The only time you are required to dribble is if you want to move around while in possession of the ball. If you have possession of the ball, taking any initial steps without dribbling will result in a travel. However, if you do not have the ball, you can move around the court freely. You also can shoot or pass the ball without dribbling, as long as you do not take any steps. Additionally, you can pivot before dribbling when in possession of the ball.

What is a traveling violation in basketball?

A traveling violation is when a player takes more than two steps after picking up their dribble. This usually happens when a player picks up their dribble to shoot or pass. If a player takes more than two steps without passing or shooting beforehand, it will result in a traveling violation and a turnover. Travels can also happen before a player begins dribbling if they take any steps before beginning their dribble. In this case, a player is allowed to pivot on one foot, but cannot yet take a full step. If a player picks up their dribble and stops moving without taking two steps, they cannot proceed to take two steps later. The two allowed steps must occur within the motion of picking up the dribble.

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rules - Is it legal to dribble above shoulder height?

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I heard that while dribbling the ball, if the ball rises above shoulder level then it is a turnover. I don't have any idea about this rule.

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I searched the NBA Rules and the FIBA Rules, but couldn't find anything that explicitly states you cannot dribble above your shoulder.

My personal opinion is that it's not an infraction. When you see infractions called because someone dribbles high it's mainly because they "carry" the ball (putting your hand on the bottom hemisphere of the ball while dribbling), or somehow stop the motion of the ball during the normal dribbling process.

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I searched the USA Basketball Website

I did see an article titled "7 Basketball Rules Myths":

In the article #2 explains

  1. A dribble that bounces above the dribbler's head is an illegal dribble violation.

    Reality: There is no restriction as to how high a player may bounce the ball, provided the ball does not come to rest in the player's hand.

So I would say dribbling the ball above shoulder height is legal

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You can dribble as high as you want to dribble as long as your hand stays on top of the basketball. If your hand ends up on the bottom of the basketball it is a carry and the opposing team is awarded the basketball.

"Palming" the ball is illegal...but no ref will call it.

Players like Junior Bridgeman and Darrel Griffith had hands so small that the only way they could dunk the ball was to "carry it" on their upturned palms then turn their hand over once they got to the rim. Griff was called Dr. Dunkenstein when he was still at Lousiville as he dunked the ball consistently. I knew Griff in Utah and we measured hands...my fingers were at least 3 inches longer than his! Remarkable!

So yeah.."dribbling the ball is illegal" as it requires one to carry or palm the ball. But then traveling and 3 seconds in the lane, rolling picks, any foul by MJ was NEVER called either.

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https://youtu.be/DJmpMjEReD4

A carry violation consist of...

1.Dribbling the ball over your shoulder. If you dribble above shoulder height u must let the ball come back down below shoulder height before touching it again.

2.When you place your palm under the ball in a hesitation attempt or pass attempt and then resume dribbling the ball.

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Basketball technique

Basketball

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  • Rules

  • Material support

  • Judging

  • Technique

  • Tactics

  • Education and training

  • Choosing a basketball

Basketball technique includes serving (passing the ball, receiving a pass), dribbling, shooting to the basket, body control and feints. The correct use of technique in basketball largely depends on the observance of the rules of the game. A small area for the game, the foul rule, the rules for moving around the area - all this leads to a constant and quick change of direction, movement and effort, a high pace of play.

Basketball: ball handling.

The ball is held with fingers spread freely. When passing and dribbling the ball, throwing it into the basket, the arms are bent at the elbows.

It is important to hold the ball correctly with your hands. The throwing hand must be positioned so that the fingers are perpendicular to the seam lines of the ball and the other hand must hold the ball and correct it. The fingers of the throwing hand should be wide apart.

As a rule, a basketball player has to catch and hold the ball in any position and action, standing still, jumping, moving, at different heights. To prevent the opponent from intercepting the ball, the player must open - i.e. run out into the open or towards the ball.

Basketball: passing the ball.

In most cases, the ball is passed with both hands in order to pass more accurately, confidently and quickly. You can pass the ball from a place, in motion (on the run), in a jump, directly to a teammate or after hitting the floor. The fast pace of the game determines the transfer of the ball in the shortest time and from any position.

Pass with two hands from the chest.

Such a pass makes it possible to direct the ball sharply and accurately at close range. The player holds the ball with both hands in front of the chest, the thumbs are pointing back and slightly up, as if pointing at each other, the remaining fingers are widely spaced. The elbows are almost pressed to the body, which is tilted forward. The ball is thrown with an explosive movement of the hands, fingers and elbows to give it spin. As a rule, with the transfer, the player takes a step forward or to the side.

Two-hand pass from above (overhead).

This pass is used from anywhere in a positional attack. Back row players very often resort to just such a pass, giving the ball to the post player. Tall players also use it. Having received a high pass, they immediately return the ball or give it to a teammate who is leaving at speed. The hands hold the ball to the side, slightly behind, fingers up, and the thumbs should be pointing back towards each other. The ball is lifted up, without turning back, behind the head, with elbows slightly bent, quickly and sharply thrown using the movements of the hands, taking a small step forward.

Shoulder pass with one hand.

This is the most common way to pass the ball in basketball to pass it to any distance with good ball control and minimum swing time. The hand with the ball is taken to the shoulder and thrown sharply in the right direction. In this case, an overflowing movement of the hand and a turn of the body occur. The player can additionally correct the trajectory of the ball at the last moment with a movement of the brush.

One-hand overhand transmission.

Using this passing method, a basketball player can send the ball over the opponent's high arms. To perform such a pass, the athlete turns sideways in the direction of the pass, moving the hand with the ball a little to the side and turning it back, sends it up in an arc with a sharp swing. At the moment when the ball is over his head, he releases it.

Rebound transmission.

If the post is heavily marked, this is the most effective way to pass the ball. When breaking fast and outplaying the opponent, this is the best time to use this pass. This pass resembles a pass with both hands from the chest. In this case, the ball hits the floor at a distance of 2/3 from the passing basketball player to the receiving one. With this method of passing, the ball should not bounce high. Ideally, to the level of the belt, for the convenience of its reception. When passing the ball in this way over long distances, usually more than 5 meters, it is given rotation, which increases the speed of the ball.

Hook transfer.

This is a long gear. It is used to pass the ball to a player going into a fast break under the opponent's shield. It is performed with a swing movement of the other bent at the elbow. In this case, the ball is released up and forward with finger and hand movements. With the second hand, the elbow, the player defends himself from the attacking enemy. The execution of such a jump pass is very difficult. It is necessary to have time to pass the ball to the receiving player before the sender falls to the floor. This transmission must be used both with the left and right hand.

Passing behind the back.

This transmission is performed by the game masters on the move. It is difficult to accept such a pass, here you can easily lose the ball. This pass is very effective when playing against two opposing defenders.

Basketball: receiving a pass.

Handle the ball with two hands, if possible. By the time the ball is touched, the arms should be extended towards it, and then quickly bent (already with the ball) at the elbows in order to weaken the impact force. When catching the ball on the run, a 2-pin rhythm (two-step technique) must be observed.

Receiving the ball while simultaneously touching the floor counts as 1 step (first contact). As soon as the athlete has caught the ball, he makes an easy jump. After a step, he must stop or pass the ball further before the 3rd step is taken.

Live reception.

While in the free zone, the basketball player takes a step forward in the direction of the player passing the ball, with his arms slightly extended, bent at the elbows, with palms facing each other, fingers wide apart at chest level. When receiving the ball, the arms naturally bend closer to the chest. The ball itself is well caught with spread fingers. Having received a direct pass, it is important to cut off the defender from the ball. When catching the ball, it is desirable to use both hands, although it is possible to receive a direct pass with one hand.

One-handed transmission.

Usually, the reception of the pass with this hand occurs at full speed at the moment of the pursuit of the player by the opponent's defenders. Such reception and transmission require a great deal of coordination. It is necessary not to stray from the step while receiving the ball and immediately throw it without touching the floor with the ball. Otherwise, the opponent's defender will be able to take possession of the ball.

The fingers of the receiving hand are slightly bent and wide apart, while the receiving hand is slightly bent at the elbow. Having received the ball, she bends slightly, compensating for the force of the transfer. When receiving the ball, the body turns somewhat towards the receiving hand with the catching hand, and the second hand is sharply extended upwards to control and hold the ball with the fingers of both hands.

Reception of a pass in the post position.

The center player must control the location of the opponent's defenders. The player raises the arm farthest from the defender up as a target for the player passing the ball. Catching the ball is the same as in the free zone with one hand. The transfer of the ball to the center can be both direct and hinged or with a rebound from the floor and rotation of the ball. The center player must be able to receive different passes from any of the hands. With a fast reverse pass, the opponent's basket is often taken.

Hand-to-hand reception.

When moving at full speed, it is important to be able to receive the ball from hand to hand. As a rule, such a pass precedes the execution of a feint that overcomes the opponent's defense. Such a transfer is usually carried out without additional rotation and is received at waist level with both hands. After receiving such a pass, the player who received it immediately throws or dribbles the ball.

Basketball: pass interception.

The actions of defensive players aimed at taking possession of the ball in basketball are called interceptions. The interception is performed, as a rule, when the attacking players of the opponent make a throw or pass the ball. If the interception is successfully completed by the defenders, a record of the loss of the ball by the attacking side is made in the report on the progress of the game. After performing a successful interception, the team in possession of the ball goes into a rapid attack, which ends with a throw into the opponent's basket.

Interception of the ball during the pass.

If an attacking player is waiting for a pass while standing still, the pass is relatively easy to intercept. Such a ball is caught in a jump, making a jerk and intercepting the ball with one or both hands.

Another thing is if the attacking player goes to pass the ball. In this case, the defender needs to intercept the ball, ahead of the opponent on the way to the ball at a short distance, which is quite difficult. The defender must cut off the attacker's path to the ball with his hands and shoulder. Having practically come close to the opponent, bowing a little to the side, in order to avoid a collision, to intercept him. After a successful interception, in order to avoid a run, you must immediately switch to dribbling the ball or passing it to a teammate to carry out a counterattack.

Interception of the ball while dribbling.

When the attacker dribbling is not technical, when the ball is dribbling too high without covering it with the body, it is quite easy to intercept the ball. It is necessary to make a jerk and knock the ball from the opponent with two or one hand.

In order to intercept the ball effectively and efficiently, the player must be positioned in the possible path of the opponent's passing the ball. As a rule, interceptions are carried out by the back line of the team, and these are small forwards, defenders and point guards, as well as players of larger size.

Only with an understanding of the game and a sense of the right position can a successful interception of the ball be made.

Basketball: dribbling

Dribbling (ball dribbling) is one of the ways to move the ball on the court, apart from passing. Excessive attention to dribbling is not welcomed by the coach, because. reduces the speed of the game and reduces the possibility of different combinations, in contrast to the passing of the ball. However, dribbling is and remains an essential element of basketball.

Dribbling technique.

When dribbling the ball on the run, the athlete at every second step hits the ball (with one hand) on the floor and smoothly catches it. It is advisable not to look at the ball. Athletes must be able to dribble equally well with both their right and left hands. It is not difficult to drive the ball around the court in this way, but at any moment the player can lose the ball, which is quite simply taken by the opponent with such dribbling. Dribbling is usually used to enable teammates to take the right positions in order to receive the ball.

Basketball: basket shots.

Throws into the basket - near or far - are made with one or two hands directly into the basket or after hitting the ball against the backboard.

A close throw into the basket is usually made in a jump after hitting the ball against the backboard (sometimes on the run or from a stop) and with great force so that the opponent's defenders could not interfere with this throw.

A long-range shot with a high flight path taken directly to the basket from a standing position (experienced basketball players perform this jump shot). In all cases, the direction and force of the throw are decisive. Throws into the basket from close range athletes must perform equally well with both right and left hands.

Taking into account the containment of the onslaught of the opposing team, the observance of the most important rules, the rapid movement around the court, the large expenditure of energy, we can say that throwing the ball into the basket is the most difficult technical element of the game of basketball, besides, it requires good orientation from the athlete, quick reaction and combination-motor skills.

Basketball: body control technique.

The technique of body control usually includes all movements without the ball: turning, all kinds of runs, stops and jumps. They are a prerequisite for mastering the technique of working with the ball and the basis of defensive technique.

Basic stance characteristic of basketball players – legs slightly bent at the knees, correct distribution of the body's main center of gravity helps to quickly respond to changing situations on the court.

There are different types of runs. They are characterized by frequent and sudden changes in speed, direction and technique of jogging (normal walking and running, side step). They alternate with jumps. Athletes often use one-foot pivots (other foot out to the side) to hold the ball.

Basketball: tricks.

Feints (feints) are related to body control techniques and are used mainly by attackers. First of all, there are feints with the ball - false passes, shots to the basket, dribbling and feints without the ball - a false change in speed and direction. We need a quick transition from feints to the game itself.

Without knowing how and not using feints in basketball, it is practically impossible to beat the opponent. It is practically impossible to break through to the ring without changing the trajectory. It is necessary to go to the distance of the effective throw. Therefore, the key to victory for each team is the ability of the players to make deceptive movements (feints). It is desirable to have at least a dozen such movements in the player's piggy bank.

Basketball tricks consist of four steps:

  • 1. Finding a detour to the basket when the direct path is blocked by the opponent.
  • 2. Performing a false movement or side step to deceive an opponent? who will attempt to block the intended path.
  • 3. At the moment the opponent starts moving to block, make a dash in the other direction, thereby catching the opponent by surprise.
  • 4. Leave the opponent behind with a couple of steps, avoiding pushing him away with your hand in order to avoid a foul.

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Teacher of physical culture
MBOU "Secondary School No. 2", Usinsk
Domracheva Elena Nikolaevna
Purpose and objectives of the lesson:
Purpose of the lesson: Creating conditions for improving
technique of dribbling a basketball.
Lesson Objectives:
Educational: to improve the technique of dribbling
the ball on the spot, with a change in the height of the bounce, in
movement with a change in direction, applying
skills in a game situation.
Developing: to develop motor qualities -
dexterity, speed of movements, speed-strength;
development of special endurance through
game training.
Educational:
to educate
moral and volitional
qualities - courage, honesty, collectivism,
responsibility.
Contents:
1. Basketball dribbling.
2. Basketball dribbling technique.
3. Exercises for learning to dribble in
basketball.
4. Material used.
Dribbling in Basketball
is one of the elements of basketball,
which is the second, after passing,
way to move the ball around the court.
Competent and correct handling of the ball in
basketball

it is
foundation
for
constant ball control, as well as
base
beat
opponent
individually.
Basketball
Dribble Technique
1. Push or follow the ball with your
fingertips.
2. Do not touch the ball with your palms.
3. Do not hit the ball. The degree of relaxation of the hand
determines the height of the rebound.
4. Hold your head high. Learn to feel the ball.
Peripheral vision promotes fast
transmission.
5. Dribble at a comfortable height for you.
Driving speed must match your
possibilities.
6. Learn to dribble with your right and left hands,
develop the ability to transfer the ball from one hand to
the other.
7. Bend over while dribbling and use your free hand
to maintain balance and protect the ball from
the opponent.
8. When dribbling, shift the body's center of gravity forward,
bend your knees. The way you
apply is determined by the actions of the enemy.
9. Take a closer look at how sensitive
the enemy guarding you is to certain
feint before dribbling. The first
hit on the floor after the feint must be long
.
10. Do not hit any more than
is necessary to reach the desired position.
11. Learn to use feints when dribbled
, this misleads the defender.
For example, guiding with speed change
(driving speed increases or slows down).
13. Learn to start quickly
to stop while dribble.
and
sharply
14. Learn how to quickly pass the ball during or immediately after dribble
.
15. Learn defensive moves against dribbling in
basketball.
This
will
help you improve your
dribbling skills. There is no need
to hit the ball once for every
step. You can take several steps in one hit with the
ball.
16. Remember that a two-handed dribble or a second
dribble is a mistake. Avoid it.
Keep your free hand away from the ball.
17. Keep in mind that
basketball court surfaces and
basketballs have different resilience. Before playing, try both
and more.
Basketball dribbling exercises


1. Standing in one place. Dribbling
ball around the body.
2. Also standing in one place.
Basketball dribbling between
and around the legs.
3. Standing in one place. We carry the ball
with a rebound of different height.
A couple of hits with a ball with a height of
rebound 55-85 cm and quick
transition to dribble with rebound 1020 cm.
4. In place. Maximum
frequent dribbling with one hand,
with the other hand.
5. Dribbling two balls on the spot.
6. Performed sitting on a bench.
Dribbling as low as possible,
with a rebound of no more than 7 cm.
7. Dribbling at a fast pace
under outstretched legs.
8. Running dribble
heels
9. Ball dribble
10. Squat dribble

one
half squat.
ball
in
full
11. Fast walking with dribbling
ball.
12. Running, passing the ball between the legs at every
step.
13. Driving
forward.
ball
backwards
14. Moving forward quickly,
throwing
straight legs

forward,

dribbling
basketball.
15.
Dribble,
with
hip lift.
high
16. Moving forward by jumping with
two feet while dribbling the ball.
17. One and two dribble relay
balls all over the court.
18.


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