Basketball court (NBA)
Basketball court (NBA) measures 28,651.0mm × 15,257.0mm. It weighs about 0.0g.
Dimensions
| Length | 28,651.0 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 15,257.0 mm |
| Weight | 0.0 g |
Basketball court
A regulation NBA basketball court measures 94 feet (28.65 m) long and 50 feet (15.24 m) wide. This page covers the exact dimensions for NBA, college, and FIBA international courts, along with key markings like the three-point line and free-throw distance.
Dimensions
| Measurement | Feet | Meters |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 94 | 28.65 |
| Width | 50 | 15.24 |
| Total area | 4,700 sq ft | 436.7 sq m |
Court size by league
| League | Length (ft) | Width (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| NBA / NCAA | 94 | 50 |
| FIBA (international) | 91.9 | 49.2 |
| High school | 84 | 50 |
FIBA courts, used in the Olympics and most international play, are measured in metric units (28 x 15 m), which converts to slightly smaller dimensions than the NBA’s 94 x 50 foot court. High school courts are shorter still, reflecting the smaller size and lower stamina demands of younger players.
Three-point line distance
The NBA three-point line sits 23.75 feet (7.24 m) from the basket at the top of the arc, narrowing to 22 feet (6.7 m) in the corners. The college three-point line is closer at 22.15 feet (6.75 m), and the FIBA line sits at 22.15 feet (6.75 m) as well, following a 2010 rule change that brought the international distance close to the college line.
Free-throw line and key
The free-throw line sits 15 feet (4.57 m) from the backboard on all standard courts. The key, also called the paint, measures 16 feet (4.88 m) wide in the NBA, narrower at 12 feet (3.66 m) in FIBA and college play.
Basketball court vs tennis court
| Court | Length (ft) | Width (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| Basketball | 94 | 50 |
| Tennis (doubles) | 78 | 36 |
A basketball court is considerably larger than a tennis court, with roughly 60% more total area, reflecting the need to accommodate ten players moving simultaneously across the full playing surface.
Frequently asked questions
What is the size of a regulation basketball court?
94 feet (28.65 m) long by 50 feet (15.24 m) wide for NBA and NCAA courts.
How far is the three-point line from the basket?
23.75 feet at the top of the arc in the NBA, narrowing to 22 feet in the corners. College and FIBA courts use a closer 22.15 foot line.
Are FIBA and NBA courts the same size?
No. FIBA courts measure 28 x 15 meters (about 91.9 x 49.2 feet), slightly smaller than the NBA’s 94 x 50 foot court.
How far is the free-throw line from the backboard?
15 feet (4.57 m), the same distance across NBA, college, and FIBA courts.
How big is a high school basketball court?
Typically 84 feet long by 50 feet wide, shorter than the 94 foot NBA and college court length.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long is a Basketball court (NBA)?
A Basketball court (NBA) is 28,651.0mm (2,865.1cm) long.
How much does a Basketball court (NBA) weigh?
A Basketball court (NBA) weighs about 0.0g.