Question

What is the procedure applied to start the game?

Write the procedure to start the game of basketball.

Answer 1

1. The game of basketball begins with a jump ball or tip-off. In this procedure, two opposing players, usually the tallest from each team, stand in the centre circle.
2. The referee tosses the ball straight up between them, and both players jump to try and tap the ball to their teammates.
3. The ball must reach its peak height before either player can touch it.
4. Once a player successfully taps the ball, the team that gains possession begins the game.
5. This method is used only to start the game, while other jump ball situations during the game follow the alternate possession rule.