The Dimensions of a Basketball Court: What You Need to Know

Understanding the dimensions of a basketball court is essential for players and coaches. The standard dimensions for an NBA court are as follows:

• Length: 94 feet  
• Width: 50 feet
• Three-Point Line: 23 feet 9 inches from the center of the basket for the NBA, and 22 feet for college and high school.
• Free-Throw Line: 15 feet from the center of the basket.
• Key (Restricted Area): A semicircle with a radius of 4 feet.

Key Areas:

• Baseline: The end lines of the court.
• Sidelines: The side lines of the court.
• Center Circle: A circle at the center of the court.  

References:

• NBA Official Rulebook: https://official.nba.com/rulebook/