Basketball Over Time

  • Basketball Invented

    Basketball Invented
  • Backboard was added

  • 5 players at a time

    5 players at a time
  • Rims with open nets became standard

    Rims with open nets became standard
  • Player ejected after 5 fouls

  • Dribbler is allowed to shoot

  • Designated free throw eliminated

  • 3 second lane rule introduced

  • Nat Clifton, Earl Lloyd, and Charles Cooper became the 1st black players to play in the NBA

    Nat Clifton, Earl Lloyd, and Charles Cooper became the 1st black players to play in the NBA
    Nat Clifton, Earl Lloyd, and Charles Cooper
  • NBA adds third referee

    NBA adds third referee