Basketball began in 1981 and it was invented by James Naismith. It was made to condition athletes during winter months. It was originally played with a soccer ball and a peach basket.
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There is 4, 12 minute quarters. You play against another team and each teamn tries to score the most points. Theres 5 people for each team on the court at a time. The 5 positions are point gaurd, shooting gaurd, power forward, small forward, and center.
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