Basketball Basics
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Objective
I can demonstrate the basic rules and techniques of basketball.
Part 1 of 4
Warm-up video
Get Handles Basketball · 9:45
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Part 2 of 4
Key concepts
3 concepts
- 1
A player commits a carry when their hand goes more than halfway under the ball while dribbling.
- 2
When performing a layup, a player can take two steps after picking up the dribble, keeping their pivot foot in mind.
- 3
A double dribble occurs when a player dribbles, picks up the ball with both hands, and then dribbles again.
Part 3 of 4
Practice
12 questions
What is a 'carry' in basketball, according to the video?
While dribbling, how many steps can a player take without being called for a travel?
Part 4 of 4
Exit ticket
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“Explain the rules regarding a 'carry' in basketball. Be specific about how far your hand can come under the ball.”
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