Why is Basketball a summer Olympic sport? ?

Question

It was actually invented as a winter sport to keep atheletes occupied during the winter, shouldnt it be part of the winter Olympics.

Answer 1

Its played inside and could be played in the summer or winter. Either one would be OK.  Summer is what they chose. Fine with me.

Answer 2

The pros wouldn't be able to attend during a Winter Olympics because the regular NBA season is going on

Answer 3

its because its a sport and there is a person who wants to be a champion or one.

Answer 4

they dont play in the snow...

Answer 5

ya but wont it look kinda weird in the winter?

Answer 6

They don't need snow or ice.