Hormone (HGH) is responsible for the growth of an individual. Proper exercising along with proper nutrition and a balanced diet increases the secretion of HGH in the body. Basketball involves dribbling the ball, shooting the ball, jumping and collecting the rebounds and most importantly running. All these activities help in the secretion of HGH. Basketball, when practiced under the supervision of a coach, not only involves the activities above but even various drills and stretches which also help in the secretion of HGH.