a fast-paced version of basketball played with 3 players per team on one half-court.

A half-court game where two teams of three compete, emphasizing speed, spacing, and decision-making

Basic Rules #

• 3 players on the court (1 sub)
• Played on one basket (half-court)
• Game to:
  • 21 points OR
  • Most points in 10 minutes

Shot Clock #

• 12 seconds (much faster than traditional 5v5)

Scoring #

• Inside the arc = 1 point
• Behind the arc = 2 points

Possession Rules #

• After a score:
  • Defense gets the ball immediately
• Must clear the ball past the arc before attacking

Why 3×3 Is Different #

• Faster pace
• More isolation and spacing
• Constant decision-making
• Less coaching, more instinct

It develops:

• skill
• conditioning
• basketball IQ