Game Rules
Learn the Game
Note: FIBA 3x3 has approved modifications to maintain the spirit of the game while making it more accessible.
The Platform Guidelines
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Platform Reversible - Black/white/gray shorts & undershirt (if wearing)
White – Home team
Black – Away team
Scorekeepers – Each team must provide 1 scorekeeper to the table
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Half-Court played on 1 basket
10-Minute Game clock stops on dead balls
Coin Flip for first possession
First to Score 21 Wins or most points when time expires
Scoring by 1’s & 2’s
12-Second Shot Clock verbally enforced by referees at 5-seconds
Possession alternates following a made basket
Clear The Ball on all changes of possession
Jump Ball goes to the defense
1 Timeout per game (30 seconds)
Substitutions on dead balls only
Overtime Coin Flip first to score 2 points
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Dead Ball Checks - Exchange the ball with a pass at the top of the key. The ball will become live after the check.
*Examples - Start of Game, Out of Bounds, Common Fouls.
Live Ball Clears - The ball must be dribbled or passed behind the arc with both feet. Failure to clear within 5-seconds results in a turnover.
*Examples - Opponent Scores, Defensive Rebound, Steal.
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Shooting Fouls = 1 shot (inside the arc) or 2 shots (outside the arc)
Team Fouls 1-6 = Dead Ball Check
Team Fouls 7–9= 1 shot for 2 points
Team Fouls 10+ = automatic 2 points + ball
Technical Fouls = automatic 2 points + ball