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How many points is a layup in basketball

How to Do a Layup in Basketball (6-Step Guide)

If you want to win basketball games, your players must be able to finish at the rim consistently.

While knowing “how to do a layup” will sound easy to most players, it’s actually much more difficult than most people realize.

Think about it:

Players attack the hoop at varying speeds...

Players attack the hoop from many different angles...

And when they do get to the hoop, there’s usually a second defender waiting who will attempt to swat their layup into the 5th row.

Despite these challenges, players must learn how to score layups in a variety of situations if they want to experience individual and team success.

In this article, I’ll show you how.

I’ll start by teaching you (1) exactly what a layup is, (2) the six steps for how to do a layup, (3) the process for teaching layups to young kids, (4) the seven layup variations all players must master, before finishing with (5) some important layup tips.

Let’s get started…

What is a Layup?

Here’s the general definition most coaches would use:

“A layup is the action of a player dribbling towards the hoop, taking two steps, and then laying the basketball into the hoop off the backboard.”

For a traditional layup — this is correct.

With that said…

There are MANY variations of a layup (I’ll share 7 of them with you later in this article) and no two in-game layups are identical.

There’s an endless number of situations a player will face when they attack the hoop in a 5-on-5 game.

The two things all layups do have in common:

(1) All layups are shots close to the basket

(2) All layups are worth two points

How to Do a Layup (6-Steps)

Now, let’s talk about how to do a layup correctly.

Learning correct footwork and layup technique is crucial for young players.

We don’t want players to develop poor habits that will be difficult to break out of as they get older and advance to higher levels of basketball.

For the purposes of this beginner’s guide, I’ll assume players are executing a regular right-handed layup.

Here we go:

1.

Eyes Up

The very first thing a player must do when they decide to attack the defense and finish with a layup is get their eyes up.

This is important for two main reasons:

a. To Lock onto the Target

The target they aim for will be either the hoop or the backboard depending on the player’s angle and speed.

Knowing which target to choose as the ball is released from the shooter’s hand is something players will get used to as they gain more experience.

b. To Read the Defense

Every time a player attacks the hoop, multiple defenders will step across to provide help and challenge the layup.

Players need to get their eyes up and use their peripheral vision to read these defenders.

This will help the player decide which layup variation will give them the best chance of scoring (or which teammate is now open to receive a pass).

2.

Outside Foot Step (Long)

Remembering that we’re using a traditional, unguarded layup as the example for this blog post…

The first step a player makes as they pick up the basketball should be with their “outside” foot (closest to the sideline).

For right-handed layups, this is the right foot.

For left-handed layups, this is the left foot.

There are two important coaching points you should emphasize to players when you’re teaching them this step:

(1) Long Step

We want players to gain distance with the first step, and a long step also helps with the second point…

(2) Controlled

Players MUST be in control of their body as they perform their layup.

Too often we see young players sprint towards the hoop out of control and then launch the ball hard off the backboard.

Encourage them to slow down to increase their chances of scoring.

3.

Inside Foot Step (High)

The second step of a traditional layup should be with the inside foot (closest to the middle of the court).

For right-handed layups, this is the left foot.

For left-handed layups, this is the right foot.

The key coaching point for the second step is the following:

“High Jump”

Along with ensuring players slow down and are in control of their layup, the emphasis to jump high will give young players the upward momentum they need to complete the layup.

This is done by driving the shooting-side knee up into the air as they jump off their opposite foot.

(Right knee on right-handed layups. Left knee on left-handed layups)

4.

Protect the Ball

It’s crucial that a player protects the ball while attempting their layup.

Two things to watch out for:

a. Getting Stripped

Smart defenders will look to strip (steal) the ball from the offensive player during their two steps.

To prevent this from happening, the offensive player needs to (1) have strong hands and (2) keep the ball close to their body.

b. Getting Blocked

Tall defenders will attempt to block the shot during the upward shooting motion or as the ball leaves the offensive player’s hands.

To prevent this, the offensive players must use their non-shooting hands to protect the ball and increase the likelihood of getting fouled.

5.

Follow Through

The fifth step when learning how to do a layup…

Teach your players to bring the ball up above their head, extend their arm, and then flick their wrist to guide the basketball into the hoop.

The traditional overhand layup is very similar to a regular jump shot when it comes to this part of the layup technique.

Important Note:

If you’re coaching very young players, you might find they push the basketball up from their chest instead of bringing the ball above their head before shooting… this is due to a lack of strength.

This isn’t a big issue while they’re young, but make sure they’re growing out of this habit as they get older and stronger.

6.

Practice!

Now that your players understand correct layup technique, it’s time they start doing some serious layup practice!

A few important things for coaches to think about:

a. Different Angles and Speeds

Run layup drills that involve players attacking the hoop from different angles and at different speeds.

Left / right side
Front of the rim
Along the baseline

It’s important that they’re comfortable and confident driving to the hoop from anywhere on the court.

b. Right Hand and Left Hand

Allow players to mainly use with their dominant hand when they’re first learning how to perform a layup…

But make sure they start practicing with both hands once they understand correct technique and develop the strength to do so.

This is important to help them protect the ball and finish around good defenders as they get older and play against tougher competition.

c. Competition!

Almost immediately you should start running drills where players are required to attack the defense and finish with a layup against live defense.

Add both layup technique and layup competition drills to every practice.

For example:

Spend 10 minutes using a layup technique drill and then spend 10 minutes playing half court 2-on-1.

Your players might struggle against competition at first — they might commit a travelling violation, jump off the wrong foot, or rush their two steps — but they’ll benefit from the struggle in the long run.

Teaching Layups to Kids - The Process

I’m guessing that most people reading this article are youth basketball coaches wanting to know the best way to teach layups.

If so, you’re in the right place.

I’m going to provide you with the step-by-step instructions.

These steps should be used to teach “overhand” and “underhand” layups to all players who have signed up to learn the game of basketball.

One final piece of advice before we get started:

Be patient.

These steps might seem simple to you… but to a young kid who’s trying to understand footwork, ball pickup, where to focus, distance, etc… it’s hard!

Let’s get stated…

1.

One-Step Layup

The first step is to start players on the low block.

Since most players are right-handed, I recommend starting on the right block since this will be most comfortable for them.

Give everyone a basketball, line everyone up behind the low block, and then get them to execute the following:

a. Start with feet together

b. Take one step with their left foot (inside foot)

c. Jump off the left foot and shoot a layup off the backboard

2.

Two-Step Layup

Next, let’s add a second step…

Get everyone to start one step back from the low block.

Reminding them that they don’t need to dribble the basketball yet, ask them to do the following:

a. Start with feet together

b. The first step is with their right foot (outside foot)

c. The second step is with their left foot (inside foot)

d. Jump off the left foot and shoot a layup off the backboard

Players grab their own rebound before joining the end of the same line.

3.

One-Dribble Layup

Now let’s take another step back…

For the third step in this process, we ask players to take one dribble before completing their two steps and finishing with a layup.

Here are the instructions:

a. Start with feet together

b. The initial step is with their left foot. As this foot touches the ground, the player should take one dribble with their right hand.

c. As the player catches the ball, they take their first layup step with their right foot (outside foot)

d. The second layup step is with their left foot (inside foot)

e. Jump off the left foot and shoot a layup off the backboard

4.

Multiple Dribble Layup

The final step when learning to shoot off the dribble requires players to retreat back behind the three-point arc.

From here, players will before multiple dribbles before gathering the ball, taking their two steps, and laying the ball in off the glass.

Here’s how it works:

a. Start behind the three-point line with a basketball.

b. Take multiple dribbles towards the hoop (eyes up!)

c. At the low block, take the first step with the right foot (outside foot)

d. The second layup step is with their left foot (inside foot)

e. Jump off the left foot and shoot a layup off the backboard

5.

Catch and Layup

Another thing players must learn to do is receive the basketball while on the move and then finish with a layup without dribbling.

Players are put in this situation often during games…

They might make an off-ball cut to the hoop, receive a pass from a teammate on a fast break, or pass to a player in the post then cut off them.

My recommendation is to set up a quick “give and go” drill.

As follows:

a. Put one player on the free-throw line without a basketball.

b. Line everyone else up behind the three-point line with a basketball.

c. The player with the ball passes to the middle of the floor, sprints towards the hoop, and then receives the ball back for a no-dribble layup.

d. Change the “passer” every minute or two.

Video:

To help you better understand the whole process, check out this brilliant video from FIBA that shows the first four progressions:

Seven Layup Variations

As I spoke about in the step-by-step section, it’s important for players to master more than one type of layup.

When you’re playing a real 5-on-5 game, there will be help defenders trying to block / alter your shot when you get to the hoop.

Being comfortable with a variety of layups will allow players to finish around any kind of defense that’s thrown at them.

Here’s the must-know list:

1.

Overhand Layup

This traditional layup is often the first one we teach young players. It’s similar to a regular jump shot in that a player gets their hand under the ball and “shoots” it off the backboard.

2.

Underhand Layup (Finger Roll)

Also known as the “finger roll”. This involves players putting their shooting hand under the ball with their fingers facing forward, and then rolling the ball off their fingertips as they extend their arm to the hoop.

3.

Floater

The floater is a great way for smaller players to score inside against bigger defenders. It involves a player “pushing” the ball up over the defense.

4.

Off-Foot Layup

If you really want to catch the defense by surprise, an off-foot layup should be in your bag of tricks. This involves jumping off the same foot you’re shooting with. For example, jumping off the right foot for a right-hand layup.

5.

Euro Step Layup

The Euro Step involves taking your first step in one direction, and then changing directions for your second step. This is a great way to step around defenders and change the angle as you complete a layup.

6.

Reverse Layup

A reverse layup allows the offensive player to attack the hoop and finish on the opposite side of the rim. For players at high levels, the rim acts as protection from shot blockers.

7.

Power Layup

A power layup involves performing a 2-foot jump stop before raising up to shoot. The benefit of this variation is it will give the player a stronger base, which is essential if you’re anticipating contact.

Advanced Layup Tips

Before you go, here are a few extra layup tips that will help players be more successful when attacking the hoop.

Some of the tips I’ve mentioned already throughout the article (but they need repeating), and some of them I’ve saved for this section.

Onward:

a.

Slow Down!

One of the main reasons for missed layups at the youth basketball level is players are going way too fast.

If you were to spend just 2 minutes sitting on the sidelines of an U10’s game, and I guarantee you’ll see a 100mph fast break that results in the shooter slamming the ball off the backboard.

Encourage players to slow down, use a long first step to gain control of their body, and then jump high off the second step to finish.

Control is key.

b.

Create Space to Finish

Once a player gets past their defender off the dribble, teach them to step in front of the defender to “lock them behind”.

This creates space in front to finish with a floater or to draw the defense before dropping the basketball off to a teammate.

c.

Swish or Backboard?

Coaches will often get players asking whether they should aim to swish the ball or use the backboard on their layups…

This is an impossible question to answer as every situation is different.

The best advice you can give players is to practice finishing with a swish and off the backboard from all angles and at all speeds.

The more finishes a player is comfortable with, the more options they’ll have when confronted by a defender during games.

d.

Keep the Ball Tight

This is something I spoke about in the “protect the ball” section above…

When going through the two-step motion of a layup, keep a strong grip on the ball and hold it close to your body.

Smart defenders will attempt to strip the basketball before you go up into the shooting motion of the layup.

e.

Don’t Be Scared of Contact

Getting fouled on a layup will give you a chance at a three-point play (or free throws) and will push your opponent one step close to foul trouble.

But many young players are scared of contact.

To avoid contact or getting blocked, they angle away from the defense giving themselves a much more difficult shot attempt.

Encourage players to embrace contact and attack the defender!

f.

Practice Against Real Defenders

Learning layup technique is important, but all the individual layup practice in the world isn’t going to make you an elite finisher at the rim.

You must practice scoring against live defenders.

Once you’re comfortable with technique, it’s time to add defense take your finishing skills to the next level.

1-on-1
2-on-2
2-on-1
etc

These will all help build the skills you need.

Conclusion

Learning how to do a layup is crucial for all young players.

Because they lack strength to make outside shots consistently, 90% of points scored in youth basketball are from layups.

Start by using the four progressions outlined in this article to teach them the basics, and then progress to teaching them the seven layup variations and also adding defenders.

If you do this well, your team should have no trouble attacking the hoop and scoring against any defense.

Level Up Your Layup - The Super 6 Basketball Layups

The Layup.

It is a fundamental skill in the game of basketball. Defense comes first, but you must also outscore your opponent in order to win. And the layup is the most efficient way to do it.

The Layup is a simple move. A close-range, high-percentage shot, worth 2 points.

But, trust me…

If you want to score more points, increase your shooting percentage, and become an impact player, layups are crucial.

Consider a game situation… It’s crunch time. There’s 6 seconds on the clock. Your opponent just scored. They are up one. Coach calls a timeout. She draws up a play… Is the ball going to be in your hands? Are you prepared to take it to the rim and win the game?

Some players might say the layup is easy and spend little to no time working on that skill. They might go for the more flashy, 3-point shot. I would like to remind those players of the original 3-point play. Perfect the layup and rack up the points with the and-one.

Fundamentals come first.

A layup is the highest percentage shot in the game of basketball. But you won’t find consistency, if you don’t focus on the foundation.

It starts with ball handling and footwork. Work on your rip-through. Practice the blow-by step past your defender. Dribble with BOTH hands.

To execute a proper layup, you must protect the ball. Use long strides and rip the ball to your ear. Position yourself between the defender and the ball. Power through and finish the shot. And please…

Use the glass! There is a box on the backboard for a reason. If you hit the top corner of the box, you should get the bucket every time.

How to Make MORE Layups

Repetition is key.

Practice your layup at game-speed.

Get a teammate or coach to defend you.

The more consistent your layup is, the more deadly you become. Strive to never miss. And if the defender fouls you… make the shot anyway. Be unstoppable.

Now take it to the next level.

As I said, the layup is simple, but it is far from boring.

It’s an opportunity to showcase your athleticism. To be creative and let your love for the game shine through.

If you’re not sure what I mean… check out Kyrie Irving’s highlight reel. His finishes around the rim are beautiful to watch. He has an answer for every defender. His ability to maneuver in the air and still get the bucket is impressive. But those incredible shots are, in essence, just variations of the layup.

Watch the details. Footwork. Eyes on the rim. Read the defenders. Adjust. Finish.

Every time.

So how do YOU take your layup from basic to Kyrie? Here’s a place to start…

The Super Six (Top 6 Types of Layups)

Check out these six variations of a basketball layup. Expand your repertoire. Add these to your next workout. Challenge yourself to make 10 in a row. Work both sides of the court.

Standard Layup

This is square one. The first layup you should master.

Proper footwork is important. You should be taking two steps on the approach. You want to be able to make your layup, in stride, attacking the rim.

When attacking from the right side, pick up your dribble as you step with your right foot. As you take your second step with your left foot, direct your momentum upward. Finish the shot with your right hand. From the left side, finish with the left hand. You can finish with a traditional finger roll, scoop, or overhand shot.

The best players in the game can attack both sides of the floor. If you can only attack from your dominant side, you cut your scoring opportunities in half. You become easy to predict and easy to defend.

Power Layup

The power layup utilizes a jump stop rather than 2 strides to the basket. Use the jump stop to square your body to the basket with shoulders parallel to the backboard. Then power through your legs and finish the shot. The power layup is a great move for guards and posts alike.

Post players can utilize this move to initiate contact. Use your body to create space from the defender. The jump stop allows more stability in the air and control to finish the shot. The power layup is a great tool to increase scoring percentage and opportunities for and-one plays.

Guards and smaller players can utilize the power layup as well. Add a pump fake to get the defender off balance and prevent them from blocking your shot.

Reverse Layup

Great basketball players make layups from all angles. The reverse layup allows players to attack the rim from one side and finish on the opposite side using the basket to help create space from the defender.

The reverse layup can be performed from the front side of the rim or from the baseline. When attacking from the left side, dribble with your left hand. As you approach the rim, plant your right foot in the middle of the lane. Direct your momentum upward and to the right. Put a little spin on the ball and finish with the left hand.

When attacking from the left side baseline, dribble with your left hand. Approach the rim, plant your left foot in the middle of the lane, under the basket. As you go up for the shot, switch the ball from your left shoulder to the right and finish with your right hand.

When performing a reverse lay-up add a little spin to the ball on your shot. Utilize the backboard and hit the top corner of the box.

Euro Step

The Euro Step is a change of direction move made popular by European players in the NBA. It is meant to provoke a reaction from the defender and open up a scoring opportunity.

The euro step is very much like the standard, 2 step approach to a layup. However, instead of taking two steps directly toward the basket, you make your first step hard to one side. Then take a long, lateral step to the opposite side as you finish the layup.

To successfully perform a Euro Step, you have to sell it. Make the defender believe you are going hard in one direction. As you take your first step, the defender should react and shift their momentum to cover the drive. Once you get the defender off balance, you can step hard in the opposite direction, creating space to finish the shot.

The Euro Step is all about action and reaction. Use this move from all angles of the court.

Floater

This one is for all my vertically-challenged players. Those that want to attack the rim, but know that there are some shot blockers lurking in the paint.

A basketball floater, also known as a runner or teardrop, is a high-arching shot at close range. The footwork on the approach to the rim is the same as a standard layup, but the shot is taken a little further away from the basket.

To effectively execute a floater, you must have a quick release and touch around the rim. Unlike most layups that utilize the backboard, you “float” the ball high above the reach of the taller defenders inside and let it drop down through the hoop. The floater requires a bit more finesse on the shot and practice is crucial for consistency.

Double-Clutch

The last of the Super Six is the double clutch, also referred to as the switch-up. It is a great move for the guards and smaller players that aren’t afraid to mix it up with the bigs inside. It allows players to avoid the second, help-side defender and potential shot blockers.

But, it is not easy to do…

You’re gonna need to have some serious hang time for this move.

The double-clutch is a mid-air change of ball position. It can be performed from multiple-angles on the court. When driving from the right side with the ball in your left hand, attack the middle of the paint. When you reach the lane line, go up for the shot with your left hand. While in the air, switch the ball to your right side and finish the shot with your right hand. You can also attack the block from the right side, dribbling with your right hand, and finishing with your left hand in the middle of the lane.

Layups are Limitless

The layup is arguably the most essential offensive skill in the game of basketball. It is a simple shot that, when mastered, allows players to efficiently score more points and increase their shooting percentage. But more than that…

It is a chance to flaunt your athleticism. To be an impact player. A chance to entertain and let your creativity flow. Whether it’s Danielle Robinson’s scoop, Maya Moore’s incredible reverse, or John Wall’s 360° switch-up, variations of the layup are limited only by the athlete’s imagination. Establish the fundamentals. Expand your repertoire with the Super Six and level-up your layup.

Rules of the game of basketball, on video

At first glance, basketball is a simple game, but if you delve into its rules, then the opinion will change. The level of your game matters a lot. Basketball is a popular game among people of all ages because everyone can learn how to play it. The rules are available to everyone. Without any doubt, there are nuances, subtleties and complexities in them, otherwise the game would quickly get bored and not be considered world famous.

Basketball basic rules

Two teams compete in basketball, each consisting of twelve players (exceptions are rare). Five players from each team compete on the playground. In basketball, the winner is determined by the number of points. Therefore, the goal of the players is to score as many points as possible and win. To get points, you need to throw the ball into the ring from different points on the playing field. The farther you are from the ring, the more difficult the throw, respectively, and the reward will be higher. Don't let the opposing team take possession of the ball, fight for the ball and make as many accurate shots as possible around the ring.

How are points awarded in basketball?

Free throw - 1 point
Shot within the 3-point line - 2 points
Throw from behind the 3-point line - 3 points

The rules of basketball mostly say what cannot be done in the game, and very little is said about what is allowed:

Tripping, pushing and hitting the hands of the ball carrier is prohibited
It is forbidden to run with the ball. If you are in possession of the ball and, after dribbling, take it with two hands, your next action should be to throw into the ring or pass the ball to a teammate. Holding the ball in two hands, it is allowed to take two steps. If the norm is exceeded, then this will be considered as a serious violation of the rules, as a result of which the ball will go to the opposing team.
If the player in possession of the ball goes out of bounds, or the ball strikes the floor outside of it, the ball is out of bounds.
When holding the ball, jumping is prohibited. In the case of a jump in the hands with the ball, the player must make a throw into the ring or pass the ball to a partner. Otherwise, the ball will go to the opposing team.

Brief video rules:

Please note that this is a standard set of basketball rules, which will be sufficient for beginners. The rules for professional athletes are more stringent. Basketball has two origins: European and American. American basketball has a larger set of rules, in Europe they are constantly trying to catch up with it, amending the list of rules, thereby approaching their colleagues from the United States of America.

What time is the basketball game?

Depending on the type of game, the game continues until a certain number of points is reached, that is, 11, 15 or 21, or by time, that is, two periods of 10-15 minutes or four periods of 7-10 minutes. The time of the game depends on the preparedness of the players, because not everyone is able to run well for a long time. If we talk about professional basketball, then they are squeezed to the maximum.

Basketball playground specifications:

Standard basketball court dimensions 26 meters long and 14 meters wide
The size of the shield is 180 centimeters long and 120 centimeters high. The height from the lower edge of the shield to the floor is 275 centimeters.
The play basket is made in the form of a metal ring, it is covered with mesh without a bottom.

Benefits of basketball according to the rules for healthy development

There are quite a lot of dynamic and interesting sports in the world today, although many people prefer basketball. And this is absolutely not surprising, because in its dynamics and vigor, basketball surpasses even such a mobile sport as football. If you look, then more than 50% of the total playing time, the participants spend in continuous motion, and for the game, they run more than 8 kilometers.

Let's not forget that basketball has a very positive effect on the cardiovascular, nervous, respiratory and other systems of the human body. And this is one of the great ways to get rid of excess weight, which, sometimes, greatly interferes with life. The fact is that a person, during an active game, burns about 1300 Kcal. and excess weight, gradually, begins to release the human body, thereby preventing additional stress on human organs and systems. And for those people whose problem of extra pounds has already been solved, basketball helps to maintain excellent shape and keep the whole body in good shape.

It will not be superfluous to remind that basketball is a very emotional and strong-willed game. It trains the nervous system, hones the character and forms a very stable psyche in a person. The very process of the game develops the athlete's associative, creative and suggestive thinking.

It is also necessary to know that it is basketball players who annually arrange a holiday for themselves, in which stars of world basketball, show business, various politicians and businessmen participate. Not for nothing, basketball is also called the "forge of developing an emotional character." It has long been noticed that all basketball players love chic and furor. However, this does not prevent them from being successful athletes, which many try to be like.

In a word, if you want to always be in high shape and at the same time always be on a high emotional level, then basketball is exactly what you need!

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Free throws are one way to score points in basketball. This is the most important element of the game, which can have a key impact on the outcome of a single match. What are the penalties for a free throw in basketball? What is required from the players for their effective implementation and what types of penalties exist? Let's find out in this article.

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When are free throws awarded?

A free throw is called a shot at the ring from a static position, which is made from a certain position - the free throw line. The distance of the penalty line from the basket is 4.6 meters. A player has 10 seconds to complete a free throw. Each correct attempt is worth 1 point. As a rule, points scored on free throws make a significant contribution to the final result of the match, sometimes they make a difference.

Multiple fouls result in free throws. The most common of these is a foul - a violation of the rules in a game situation, such as hitting the hands or pushing an opponent. Throwing fouls are always followed by free kicks. In addition, there is a team foul limit in basketball - when it is exhausted, every foul, not even a throwing one, is punished with a free kick. The limit for team fouls in the NBA is 6 violations per quarter. In European basketball - 5.

Another common penalty offense is a technical foul – unsportsmanlike conduct by a player or coach, such as disrespect for referees, officials or opponents.

How many free throws in basketball

Theoretically, in one match, teams can take an infinite number of free throws. The meeting can be very rough, besides, the playing time stops for the execution of free kicks, including preparation for them. Sometimes the number of free throws and the truth rolls over. For example, in 2012, Orlando center Dwight Howard scored 39 free throws against Golden State.

2 free throws are awarded for a shooting foul or for each foul after the team caution limit has been reached. The exception is a foul on a throw due to a three-point arc. Then the basketball player, on which the rules are violated, performs 3 free throws. 1 free throw is awarded for a technical foul. Each exact attempt adds 1 point to the personal score of the team. Inaccurate - does not add anything. In that same NBA game in 2012, Howard managed to score only 21 out of 39 goals.-and.

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Location of players during a free throw

A free throw is taken from the line 4.6 meters from the backboard. This feature is the base of the trapezoid - part of the markings of the basketball court. The trapezoid is called the three-second zone. When a player takes a free kick, on the sides of the trapezoid, and specifically on the points indicated in the markup - the mustache, there are several players from each team. According to the rules of the game, two basketball players can represent the penalty team, and three of the opposing team. The players stand in a checkerboard pattern - the athletes of the team that does not execute the free kick are closer to the shield.

This arrangement is designed to fight for rebounds in the event of an inaccurate throw. Once the player has released the ball, time will start and the match will officially restart. So the ball that did not hit the basket is returned to the game. It should be borne in mind that the game is resumed only after the last attempt. If a player takes three free throws after the third; if two, then after the second; if one, first. Between penalty attempts, the game time counter is inactive.

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Free throw technique

As already mentioned, free throws can sometimes decide the fate of a match. Therefore, basketball players pay great attention to this component in training and diligently improve their performance technique.

Basketball rules do not provide for any technical restrictions on penalty kicks. However, the vast majority of modern players use the same method - a throw from the shoulder with one hand. The ball lying on the palm and fingers is released from the hands simultaneously with the straightening of the knee joints of the legs and the elbow joint of the throwing arm. The projectile is twisted with the index finger and, if the basketball players follow the correct trajectory, it gently falls into the ring.

Basketball free throw technique is not limited to mechanics. For professional athletes, from this point of view, free kicks are a very simple element. Psychology plays a key role. In order to concentrate and gain confidence before a free throw, basketball players tap the ball a little on the park and control their breathing. Some even follow their own ritual every time - they spin the ball on their fingers, mumble something under us, etc.

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