[Did you know? Seemingly the same basketball game, the rules of FIBA and NBA are very different! 】
When we talk about the game of basketball, the first thing that comes to many people's minds is probably the NBA, the temple of basketball, which is full of passion, speed and competition. But in reality, on a global scale, international basketball games follow the rules of the International Basketball Federation (FIBA). So, what's the difference between the two? Today, let's take a look at those differences between FIBA and NBA rules.
1. The difference in the length of the game.
First, let's take a look at the difference in game length. In FIBA, a basketball game is divided into four quarters, each of which is 10 minutes long. This means that the duration of the entire game is 40 minutes. In contrast, the NBA increased the length of each quarter to 12 minutes in order to increase the spectacle and advertising benefits of the game, so that the entire game reached 48 minutes. This difference in length not only makes the NBA game more intense, but also gives the players more opportunities to show off their skills.
2. Different settings for the number of fouls.
In addition to the length of the game, there is also a clear difference between FIBA and the NBA in the number of fouls. In FIBA competitions, each player has 5 foul opportunities per game. Once a player has committed 5 fouls, they will be sent off and will not be able to continue playing in the game. In the NBA, the number of fouls was increased to six due to the increase in the total length of the game and in order to keep the game competitive and enjoyable. This means that players still have the opportunity to stay on the pitch and contribute to the team until the number of fouls reaches six.
3. The uniqueness of the exclusion zone rules.
The restricted area is a very important area on the basketball court, and FIBA and the NBA also have different treatments for the rules of the restricted area. In FIBA games, players can stay in the box under the basket all the time, which gives interior players more room to play. However, in NBA rules, players are not allowed to stay in the restricted area for more than three seconds or they will be considered a violation. This rule effectively limits the length of time that post players can stay, making the game faster and smoother.
Fourth, the different styles of scrum methods.
Scrums are a common scene in basketball, and FIBA and the NBA have very different approaches to scrums. In FIBA matches, only the ball at the start of the game is decided by jumping balls. When the game is in the middle of a scrum, the ball will be determined according to the ball arrow. This means that once one side wins possession in a jump ball, the ball arrow points to the other side, and the next time there is a scrum, the ball goes directly to that side. This simplifies the process of handling scrums and makes the game more consistent. In the NBA, every time there is a scrum, you have to fight for the ball by jumping the ball. This way adds to the suspense and spectacle of the game, making fans nervous and excited for every scrum.
FIBA and the NBA are two different basketball organizations, so there are naturally some differences in the rules of the game. These differences not only reflect the different pursuits of the two organizations in basketball philosophy, but also present us with two completely different basketball styles. Whether it's FIBA's rigorous norms or the NBA's innovative changes, it has brought us countless wonderful basketball moments. In the days to come, let's continue to pay attention to the stories behind these rules and witness the charm and glory of basketball together!