Basketball For Dummies
eBook - ePub

Basketball For Dummies

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  2. ePUB (mobile friendly)
  3. Available on iOS & Android
eBook - ePub

Basketball For Dummies

About this book

Understand basketball basics and get up to speed on leagues around the world

Basketball For Dummies is a fully updated fan's guide to this exciting sport. This fun reference is great for anyone interested in following or playing basketball at any level. You'll learn the history of the game, the basic rules, and techniques for shooting, playing offense, playing defense, and rebounding. Get the inside scoop on high school, college, professional, and international leagues—including the wildly popular and exciting women's game—so you can follow the intricacies of play as you support your favorite team. This edition covers the latest changes to the sport, keeping coaches, fans, and players up to date with essential basketball knowledge.

  • Find all the information you need to understand basketball basics like shooting, passing, dribbling, rebounding, and different player positions
  • Learn how the pro game has evolved, including changes to the rules
  • Get caught up on Women's NCAA Basketball, the WNBA, and women's leagues around the world
  • Improve your NCAA tournament picks with expert tips on key factors to consider

Basketball For Dummies is perfect for anyone who wants to know more about playing or following the game.

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Information

Publisher
For Dummies
Year
2026
Print ISBN
9781394364916
eBook ISBN
9781394364923
Edition
4
Subtopic
Sport & Exercise Science

Table of contents

  1. Cover
  2. Table of Contents
  3. Title Page
  4. Introduction
  5. Part 1: Basketball 101
  6. Part 2: The Fundamentals of Basketball
  7. Part 3: The Game
  8. Part 4: The Part of Tens
  9. Part 5: Appendixes
  10. Index
  11. About the Authors
  12. Connect with Dummies
  13. End User License Agreement

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