The History of Basketball

By jadayvonne

  • Invention of basketball by Dr. James Naismith

    this was the start for the best sport!!!
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    The History of Basketball

  • First game of basketball is played at the school for Christian workers

    pretty self explanatory!!

  • The free throw line is moved from 20 ft to 15 ft

    Only the year is correct. This made it easier to shoot. Now, the free throw line is easy for everyone, unless you were Shaq..

  • The field goal value is changed from 3 points to 2 points, and the free throw value is changed from 3 points to one point

    Only the year is correc. This helped with point-spread better. It also allowed for more positions.

  • The first professional game of basketball is played

    Only the year is correct. This was a great part of history!! It has allowed us to see the greatest players like MJ and Dr. Jay!

  • The NBA widens the foul lane from 6 ft to 12 ft

    Only the year is correct. This allows for more room for contact to prevent injuries.

  • The NBA adds the 24-second clock as the speed of the game increases

    This also led to the speed to increase. It also allowed for more pressure on defense

  • The NBA adds a third referee

    Only the year is correct, but this allowed for the speed of the game to increase.

  • The NBA adds the three-point line

    Only the year is correct, but this allowed for better positions to open up, like shooting guards.

  • The NBA announces the 50 greates players of all-time

    This led to some of the best players now like Lebron James and Stephen Curry.