The present basketball game has a three point outer perimeter and an inner two point perimeter,?

Question

Why couldn't there be a one point perimeter,say around five feet from the goal. This would neutralize somewhat the height advantage and rely instead on the talent shooting ability of the individual players. It will also inspire the players to shoot from the outside instead of bullying themselves around the goal.

Answer 1

Getting inside amongst the big men in the paint is an integral part of the game. Allen Iverson and Tony Parker are two who are fun to watch for that reason. Why take that away from fans?

Answer 2

1. It's not like it's easy to penetrate and score against the NBA's 7-footers and defensive specialists or else it would happen every play.

2. Why would the NBA want to reduce scoring? Most rules have been implemented to increase scoring as that is what the average fan wants.

3. Breakaways. I'm not really a big dunk fan, but I'd hate to see players pull up for a little jump shot when they get on the fast break.

4. Referees. They screw up enough as it is so maybe a scoring perimeter in the middle of the most crowded area on the floor isn't the best idea.

5. Overall, a terrible idea.

Answer 3

Well,as the guy up front said,it's fun to watch people like Tony Parker and Baron Davis go up against big men,or see the big men dominate.It takes some work to post up or drive,and the players would be getting less for that effort.So no,a one- perimeter line wouldn't be good.

Answer 4

And what this change should do is virtually eliminate the guards driving to the basket which is one of most beautiful aspects of the game. Every change considered in scoring will ultimately penalize the 'little guy' more than the big folks. But keep working on it. The game needs to be made better and idea people like you can have an impact.

Answer 5

The very simple answer is that it's guarded (usually). A free throw is not guarded, needs to be worth 1 point.

Answer 6

Wooden: 1 point for a dunk

its simple