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Player makes other team basket does the points count for other team 5th grade basketball?
Yes, as it does at all levels.
In the NBA if an player purposely shoots the ball in the opposing team basket does the basket count?
yes
How did basketball gets its name?
It was origionally played using a peach basket for scoring points.
Does a basket in basketball count when you are throwing it in bound and you bounce the ball off the court without touching a playerand it goes in?
No
How many points do you get for scoring a regular basket in basketball?
A regular basket is worth 2 points in basketball. In basketball, a foul shot taken from the foul line is worth 1 point. A field goal, shot in normal play is worth 2 points. A shot taken outside the 3-point line will earn the successful attempt three points.
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