In addition to what Tim said, you can use some of the court marking to determine 6 feet. Tim mentioned the distance from the top of the key to the free throw line is six feet. So is the distance between the division line and the edge of the center circle. From the edge of the center circle to the top of the three-point arc is about 12 feet (if the court is the standard 84 feet long).
You can usually align the offensive player at one of these marks (division line, center circle, 1/2 way to three point arc, three point arc, free throw line) and the defensive player at another to determine the six feet.
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