A team has 24 seconds from taking possession of the ball to complete its attempt on the basket. One point is scored for a successful free-throw, two for a normal field basket and three for a shot made from behind the arc of the three-point line.

To ensure fairness across the game, much like other disability sports wheelchair basketball utilises a classification system. Classification is based on the players’ functional capacity to complete the skills necessary to play – pushing, pivoting and shooting. Each player is assigned a classification number in 0.5 increments from 1.0 to 4.5, and the total points on the court at any time for one team is a maximum of 14. This ensures that the level of play on court is balanced and that everyone can take part.

Athletes compete in specially designed sports chairs, with a wider wheelbase built to ensure stability whilst executing tight turns and high-speed manoeuvres. Sport chairs can differ in design depending on the athlete using it, such as chair height and support provided depending on the user’s requirements.

Wheelchair basketball requires teamwork and communication on court, with athletes utilising chair skills and athleticism to ensure victory for their side.

The game is controlled by referees on court and table officials, whose job it is to keep the sport fair and fun for all involved by applying the rules of the game.