Key areas and markings include: 

• Boundary Line: Consists of the sidelines and endlines, defining the playing area.
• Center Line: Divides the court into backcourt and frontcourt.
• Center Circle: Used for jump balls at the start of the game and after tie-ups.
• Free Throw Line: Where free throws are shot from, located 4.57 meters (15 feet) from the plane of the backboard.
• Restricted Area (Key/Paint Area): The rectangular area underneath the basket, used for free throws and rebounding.
• No-Charge Semi-Circle Areas: An arc under the basket where defensive players cannot draw a charging foul.