1 . If you desire to meet new friends, have fun and get into shape, basketball is the best sport for you regardless of whether you are a professional or an amateur.    1    

Here are some of the benefits you can acquire from playing basketball.

• Improve your fitness levels.

Playing basketball will definitely improve your fitness levels. Basketball is an amazing cardiovascular(心血管的) exercise.     2     Moreover, it aids in oxygen circulation and blood distribution throughout the body.

• Encourage teamwork.

Basketball requires team work to achieve a common objective.     3     This sport is great for kids, as it shows them how to work together in harmony to reach the goal.

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It brings individuals together and helps create friendship and bonds. This provides a great   opportunity for children who are shy, as it helps them interact with new friends, which will help your child function better in life.

    5     Although there are no drawbacks associated to playing basketball, it is necessary that you perform other exercises to improve your speed and power.