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Quick Answer. Muscles that are engaged by playing basketball include the calves, gluteus maximus and thighs, upper body and core. Over time, muscle endurance, stamina and strength improve because of the running, shooting and jumping that is involved in playing basketball. Continue Reading.
Every muscle in your body is composed of a network of fibers responsible for specific types of movement. When you play basketball or engage in any type of physical activity, your muscle fibers work to orchestrate the movements you make, such as running, shooting the ball or dribbling. The actions you take cause each muscle responsible for a certain movement to shorten, lengthen or stay the same.