1. Game Format
   •    4 Quarters, 10 minutes each (stop clock)
   •    Halftime: 5 minutes
   •    Warm-up time: 10 minutes before game
   •    Overtime: 2 minutes (1st OT), then Sudden Death (1st point wins) if tied again
   •    Shot clock: 24 seconds
   •    Game ball: Wilson/NBA-size 29.5

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2. Roster & Eligibility
   •    Max 10 players per roster
   •    All players must be:
   •    18+ years old
   •    Verified as pro, semi-pro, college, or elite-level talent
   •    Players must sign a waiver and complete registration before first game
   •    No adding new players after Week 2 unless approved by league

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4. Code of Conduct
   •    No fighting, excessive taunting, or unsportsmanlike behavior
   •    Technical fouls:
   •    2 technicals = ejection
   •    1 ejection = automatic 1-game suspension
   •    2 ejections = removal from the league
   •    Foul limit: 6 personal fouls = disqualification
   •    Bench decorum must be upheld (coaches and players only on bench)

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5. Referees & Officiating
   •    All games officiated by certified referees
   •    Officials have full authority over all gameplay and sportsmanship rulings
   •    No protests allowed once the game concludes

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6. Playoffs will begin last week and half of the season 
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7. Game Forfeit Rules
   •    Teams must have at least 4 players to start a game
   •    10-minute grace period after scheduled start time
   •    Forfeited games will count as losses (20-0 score)