[hlnx1]

3×3 basketball has grown since it became an Olympic sport. Games are short, but the format changes the physical demands compared with 5v5.

• Games last up to 10 minutes or until a team reaches 21 points, with a 12-second shot clock
• Play is continuous with few stoppages, so the work-to-rest ratio is high
• Each player is involved in more actions, including more contact and rebounding
• Tournaments often involve several games in one day, so recovery between games matters

Related reading: aerobic and anaerobic energy systems and repeated sprint ability in tennis.

Has anyone played 3×3 tournaments? How did the fatigue compare with regular games?

[hlnx1]

A conditioning idea that fits the format: 3-4 sets of 2-3 minutes of continuous half-court play, rest 2 minutes, then a short block of sprints. Very short games mean players rarely get to pace themselves, so the ability to repeat efforts with little rest is key.

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