jump ball
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A jump ball is a method used to start a basketball game or to resume play when two opposing players gain simultaneous possession of the ball. In this play, the referee tosses the ball into the air between two players, typically the centers of each team, who then jump to try and tap the ball to a teammate. This action is crucial for initiating play and ensuring fair competition for possession.1234
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…put into play by a jump ball at center court; i.e., the referee tosses the ball up between the opposing centers, higher than either can jump, and when it descends they try to tap it to one of their teammates, who must remain outside the center circle until the ball…
Read More…put into play by a jump ball at center court; i.e., the referee tosses the ball up between the opposing centers, higher than either can jump, and when it descends they try to tap it to one of their teammates, who must remain outside the center circle until the ball…
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