How does basketball scoring work?

Answer 1

Any shot made inside of the three point line is worth two points. If it is anywhere outside of the three point line it is worth three. If there is a foul or technical given and a free thrown is taken the shot is worth one point.

Answer 2

by getting the ball in the ball through the hoop after getting around the defense by using plays. in some leagues, the ball must hit the rim before a certain time put up on the shot clock.