Olympic Basketball is a team sport featured in the Summer Olympics, where national teams compete for the gold medal. The game is played on a rectangular court with a hoop at each end, and teams consist of five players. The objective is to score points by shooting the ball through the opponent's hoop. The tournament includes both men's and women's competitions, with teams qualifying through regional championships and world events. The format typically involves a preliminary round followed by knockout stages, culminating in the final match to determine the champion. Notable players, such as Michael Jordan and Lisa Leslie, have represented their countries in this prestigious event.