Rules.
Game duration & Score limit
15-second shot Clock per possession
Playing time is a maximum of 20 minutes, straight time
60-second break at the 10-minute mark
Score limit: 21 points. Applies to regular playing time only
Overtime
The first team to score two (2) points wins the game
Free throw(s) following a shooting foul
1 free throw
2 free throws, if a foul is committed behind the arc
Foul limit per team
6 team fouls
Penalty for team fouls
7, 8 and 9 get 2 free throws
Penalty for team fouls 10 or more
2 free throws + ball possession
Possession following a successful goal
Defensive possession right underneath the hoop
The ball is to be dribbled or passed to a player behind the arc
Defensive team not allowed to play for the ball inside the "no-charge semi-circle" area underneath the basket
Substitutions
In dead-ball situations only, before the check ball (NO SUBS ON THE FLY)
The substitute can enter the game after their teammate steps off the court and establishes physical contact with them behind the end line opposite the basket.
Substitutions require no action from the referees or table officials
Court and Ball
A regular 3x3 court playing surface
A size 7 ball or a size 6 FIBA 3X3 Ball shall be used in all categories. Teams will agree on which ball to use prior to the start of the game.
Team roster
5 players (3 + 2 substitute)
Each team will be required to have a player/parent/supporter at the score table to either time-keep or scorekeep
Note: the game must start with 3 (three) players in FIBA 3x3 Official Competitions
Only players who participated on the first day of the tournament are eligible to play in the playoffs. If an ineligible player plays, the team will be disqualified and forfeit the game
Referee
1 per game
Time/Score keeper(s)
Up to 2 (1 FROM EACH TEAM)
Time-outs
1 per team, 30 seconds
Game time is paused during a timeout.
Initial possession
Coin Flip / Rock-Paper-Scissors (best of 1)
The team that wins the Coin Flip/R-P-S
decides whether to take the ball or leave it
Scoring
1 point and 2 points, if scored behind the arc