2013 NBA Case Book Flashcards
- During the last two minutes of the fourth period, Player A1 is attempting a throw-in
from out-of-bounds to Player A2. As the ball is in the air and Player A2 awaits the
pass, he is fouled by Player B1. How is this administered?
This is a common foul, as Player A2 was involved in the play. This is not considered an away-from-the-play foul. On the same play, if Player A3
was setting a screen for Player A2 and was fouled, it also would be considered a common foul.
RULE 4 - SECTION III - i
RULE 12B - SECTION X - a
- During the last two minutes of the fourth period, Player A1 is out-of-bounds and is
attempting to inbound the ball. Player B1 reaches across the out-of-bounds line and
fouls Player A1. How is this administered?
Player B1 is assessed an away-from-the-play foul. One free throw attempt is awarded, regardless of the penalty situation. The free throw may be attempted by any of the five players in the game at the time. The ball is then awarded to Team A for a throw-in at the previous spot with all privileges remaining.
RULE 12B - SECTION X - a (1) and (3)
- During the last two minutes of the fourth period, Player A1 is dribbling the ball in
the frontcourt and Player B2 deliberately fouls Player A2 who is not in the play.
What is the ruling?
Player B2 is assessed an away-from-the-play foul and Team B a team foul. Any player in the game on Team A shall attempt one free throw. The ball is awarded to Team A on the sideline where the play was interrupted but no nearer to the baseline than the free throw line extended. The 24-second clock shall remain the same as when play was interrupted
or reset to 14 seconds, whichever is greater.
RULE 4 - SECTION III - i
RULE 7 - SECTION IV - d (1)
RULE 12B - SECTION X - a (1) and (2)
- Prior to Player A1 releasing the ball on a throw-in at 1:23 of overtime, a flagrant
foul is called when Player B2 knocks Player A2 to the floor. What is the ruling?
Player B2 is charged with a flagrant foul and since it is away-from-theplay, any player in the game for Team A shall attempt two free throws. If a flagrant foul penalty 1 is ruled, the ball is awarded to Team A at the free throw line extended on either sideline as after any flagrant foul.
RULE 4 - SECTION III - i
RULE 12B - SECTION X - b (1)
- During the last two minutes of the fourth period, Player A1 is attempting to inbound
the ball at the midcourt line. Player B1 fouls Player A2, who is on the opposite side
of the court and not attempting to receive the inbounds pass. How is this play administered?
Player B1 is assessed an away-from-the-play foul and Team B a team foul. Any player in the game on Team A shall attempt one free throw. The ball is awarded to Team A at midcourt where the play was interrupted.
RULE 12B - SECTION X - a (1) and (3)
- On an unsuccessful field goal attempt, the ball hits the basket ring and rebounds
over and behind the face of the backboard. The ball returns to the floor and touches
inbounds without having touched any of the backboard supports. Is the ball to
remain in play?
No. A violation shall be called on the last team to touch the ball before it went directly behind the backboard. The ball is awarded to the opposing team for a throw-in at the free throw line extended.
RULE 8 - SECTION II - b
- Player A1 has control of the ball near the endline and passes the ball behind the
backboard (never touching the supports) to Player A2. Is this legal or illegal?
Illegal. Same reason as #6 above.
RULE 8 - SECTION II - b
- On an unsuccessful field goal attempt, the ball rebounds off the basket ring and
rolls along the top edge of the backboard. Is the ball still in play?
Yes. All four sides of the backboard are considered inbounds.
RULE 4 - SECTION I - c
- Player A1 passes the ball and it hits his backboard. May Player A1 be the first to
touch the ball?
Yes. A player may be the first to touch his own pass if the ball touches his basket ring, backboard or another player.
RULE 10 - SECTION XIII - g
- Player A1 taps the ball into his backcourt while rebounding. Player A2 retrieves the
ball in the backcourt and continues to advance the ball toward the frontcourt. Is this
legal?
Yes. Any player may recover a ball which is tapped into the backcourt during rebounding or when the ball is loose.
RULE 10 - SECTION IX - b
- A player in control of the ball has stopped his dribble in the frontcourt and is very
close to the midcourt line. While being played extremely close by an opponent he
steps into the backcourt. Is this a backcourt violation?
The official must judge this as:
(1) a personal foul on the defensive player if illegal contact caused him to step into the backcourt
(2) a traveling violation if the step was illegal
(3) a backcourt violation.
RULE 4 - SECTION V - a
RULE 10 - SECTION IX - a
RULE 12B - SECTION I - a
- Player B1 deflects a pass from Player A1 to Player A2, causing it to hit Player A2’s
knee and continue into Team A’s backcourt. May any player from Team A be the
first to legally touch the ball while it is in the backcourt?
Yes. The 24-second clock continues to run until there is a change of team possession. The deflection by Player B1 caused team control to
cease and the ball became loose. Any player from either team may be the first to touch and/or recover a loose ball.
RULE 7 - SECTION II - d
RULE 10 - SECTION IX - a
- Having been the first to gain possession after a jump ball, Player A1 dribbles or
passes the ball into the backcourt. This is done after Player A1 has assumed a positive
position in the frontcourt. Legal or illegal?
Illegal. Player A1 has established a positive position in the frontcourt.
RULE 10 - SECTION IX - b
- Player A1 has possession of the ball in the frontcourt. He passes the ball to Player
A2 who is still in the air after having leaped from his backcourt. Is this legal?
No. A backcourt violation has occurred. Player A2 must establish a position on the floor in the frontcourt prior to touching the pass from
Player A1. The same restrictions also apply for players coming from out-of-bounds to receive a pass or to retrieve a loose ball. A player must
first establish at least one foot on the floor prior to touching the ball.
RULE 8 - SECTION I
RULE 10 - SECTION IX - a
- Player A1 straddles the midcourt line and, without moving forward, dribbles the
ball in the frontcourt while in this position. Is this a violation?
No. A player dribbling the ball is considered in the backcourt if either foot or the ball is in the backcourt.
RULE 4 - SECTION V - d
- A player in control of the ball in backcourt approaches the midcourt line. After
stopping his dribble in the backcourt, he straddles the midcourt line. Is this a violation?
No. As long as any part of his person is touching the backcourt, Player A1 is considered backcourt. He may legally bring his front foot (non pivot) back and forth between the front and the backcourt.
RULE 4 - SECTION V - c
- Where and how is the ball put into play on all backcourt violations?
On all backcourt violations, the ball is moved to the midcourt line and must be passed into the frontcourt of the team now in possession.
However, in the last two minutes of the fourth period and/or overtime, the ball may be passed anywhere on the court.
RULE 8 - SECTION III - e
RULE 10 - SECTION IX - PENALTY
- Player B1 rebounds an unsuccessful field goal attempt by Player A1 and attempts
a pass to Player B2 near the midcourt line. Player A2 intercepts the pass while in
midair and lands (in what would have been) Team B’s frontcourt. Is this a backcourt
violation by Player A2?
No. The defensive team does not have a frontcourt/backcourt. Therefore, Player A2 shall be ruled as being in his backcourt when he lands with
the ball in his control and establishes a positive position.
RULE 4 - SECTION V - g
- A frontcourt pass from Player A1 to Player A2 goes into the backcourt and is recovered
by Player A3 near the baseline. Where is the throw-in administered?
At the midcourt line.
RULE 10 - SECTION IX - PENALTY
- Following a jump ball at the center circle, the ball is tapped toward the sideline.
Player A1 leaps across the mid-court line into the frontcourt, having last touched
the playing surface in his backcourt. He controls the ball while in mid-air and
throws it to Player A2 who is positioned in his backcourt. Is this a backcourt viola -
tion?
No. Player A1 never established a positive position in the frontcourt.
RULE 10 - SECTION IX - b
- A field goal attempt by Player A1 is blocked by Player B1 and the ball becomes
loose over the baseline. Player A1, having last touched the playing surface
inbounds, leaps over the baseline, gains possession of the ball while still in mid-air
and throws it into his backcourt. It is recovered by Player A2. Is this a backcourt
violation?
Yes. The saving and throwing of the ball by Player A1 in the frontcourt is considered positive position. Therefore, a violation has occurred.
RULE 10 - SECTION IX - a
- Team A is granted a 20-second timeout with the ball in the frontcourt and :21.5
remaining in the fourth period. On the throw-in, the ball is thrown into the backcourt
where it is caught and controlled by Player A2. Is this a violation?
No. During the last two minutes of the fourth period and/or overtime, the ball may be inbounded anywhere on the court.
RULE 8 - SECTION III - e (EXCEPTION)
- Player A1 attempts a field goal that Player B1 bats against the backboard. Is this a
violation?
No. The batting of the ball is legal unless it violates Rule 11.
RULE 11 - SECTION I - f
- Player A1 saves a loose ball from going out-of-bounds by batting the ball back onto
the playing court. May Player A1 be the first to touch the ball when he returns onto
the court?
Yes. The batting of the ball does not constitute player control, therefore Player A1 may be the first to touch the ball.
RULE 10 - SECTION II - b
- Player A1 is running up the court and catches an outlet pass near midcourt and
immediately crashes into defender B1 who is standing in a stationary position. Is
this a legal defensive position to draw an offensive foul?
No. A defender must allow any offensive player who receives a pass outside the Lower Defensive Box the opportunity to stop and/or change
direction.
COMMENTS ON THE RULES - C
- Player A1 drives past his primary defender and crashes into secondary defender B5
who is stationary and trying to draw an offensive foul. A defensive foul should be
called if Player B5’s heel is in the restricted area?
Yes. In order for an offensive foul to be called, secondary defenders must be completely clear of the restricted area. The lifting of one’s foot or heel off the floor does not remove them from the RA.
COMMENTS ON THE RULES - C
- Is it always a blocking foul if the secondary defender is inside the restricted area?
No. The restricted area does not apply to any drive that does not go directly to the rim, which starts inside the Lower Defensive Box, if the offensive player wipes out, leads with a foot or knee or if the defensive player makes a legitimate attempt to defend the shot.
COMMENTS ON THE RULES - C
- Player A1 is driving to the basket for a lay-up. What is the deciding point between
block or charge?
A defender must establish his position before the offensive player starts his upward shooting motion with the ball in order to draw an offensive foul. The defender must get his torso directly into the offensive player’s path and be at the spot prior to the upward shooting motion starting in order to draw an offensive foul. The defender is allowed to ‘firm-up,’ move his feet and/or turn slightly to better absorb the contact.
COMMENTS ON THE RULES - C
- Player A1 is dribbling the ball and Player B1 jumps into his path. What is the
deciding point between block or charge?
A dribbler is expected to be in control at all times and if a defender can legally get to a ‘spot’ in the path of the dribbler, it is the dribbler’s responsibility to stop and/or change direction immediately. However, if a defender cannot completely get his torso in his path without making contact, a blocking foul should be called.
COMMENTS ON THE RULES - C
- Team A calls a regular timeout. The captain of Team B wishes to discuss a rule
interpretation with the officials. Is this allowed?
No. Only the captain of the team which called the timeout may question the officials. At this time he may only ask about a specific rule interpretation, but not about a judgment call.
RULE 3 - SECTION III - b
- The playing captain of Team A is seated on the bench after being disqualified
because of six personal fouls. Team A calls a timeout and one of the other players
on the court wishes to discuss a rule with the officials. Is this legal?
No. If the original captain is still seated on the bench, he will represent his team. If, for any reason, he is no longer seated on the bench, the
head coach must appoint another captain.
RULE 3 - SECTION III - c and d
- Which team has the choice of baskets prior to the start of the game?
The visiting team has its choice of baskets. Its decision must be made, immediately, upon taking the court.
RULE 4 - SECTION I - a
- Player A1, having gained possession of the ball in his backcourt, is dribbling in the
frontcourt toward the basket. Player B1 fouls him from the rear and no other
defender is ahead of A1 who could have established a position between the ball and
the basket. What is the ruling?
This is a personal foul against Player B1 and Player A1 is awarded two free throws. Team A retains possession of the ball at the sideline but no
nearer to the baseline than the free throw line extended. If there is unnecessary contact on the play, a flagrant foul may be called.
RULE 12B - SECTION I - PENALTY (6)
- Player A2 secures a rebound from an unsuccessful field goal attempt by Player B1.
Player A1 has never crossed midcourt and is standing near the free throw line in his
frontcourt. As Player A2 prepares to throw a long pass to Player A1 for an uncontested
layup, he is fouled by Player B3. What is the ruling if it is the third team foul
assessed Team B?
Player B3 is assessed a personal foul and Team B a team foul. Team A is awarded the ball out-of-bounds on the sideline. If, however, Player
A2 released the ball and it was above the tip-of-circle in the backcourt and, in the officials judgement, it was catchable by Player A1, which
would have resulted in a clear-path-to-the-basket, then Player A2 would be awarded two free throws. Team A will also retain possession on the sideline nearest where play was interrupted but no nearer to the baseline than the free throw line extended.
RULE 12B - SECTION I - PENALTY (6)
- Player A1, who has a clear path to the basket, is grabbed from behind on a twopoint
field goal attempt. What is the procedure if the attempt is:
(1) successful,
(2) unsuccessful?
This is considered a foul in the act of shooting and not a clear path foul. Player A1 will receive one free throw attempt on the successful field goal and two if unsuccessful.
RULE 12B - SECTION I - PENALTY (3) and (4)
- Following a successful basket by Team B, Player A1 immediately throws a long
pass to Player A2 who is streaking towards his basket. Knowing he is going to
score easily, Player B2 grabs Player A2’s shirt just before he catches the ball at the
free throw line. How is this play administered?
This play meets all the requirements for a clear-path-to-the-basket foul. Player A2 shall receive two free throw attempts and Team A will inbound on the nearest sideline at the free throw line extended since that is the nearest point of interruption.
RULE 12B - SECTION I - PENALTY (6)
- Player A1 throws a pass from his backcourt to Player A2 who receives it under the
backboard near the baseline. Simultaneous with Player A2 receiving the pass, he is
fouled by Player B2. Can a clear-path-to-the-basket foul be assessed?
No. Player A2 has already acquired a position under the backboard and past the basket; therefore, a common foul shall be assessed.
RULE 12B - SECTION I - PENALTY (6)
- A pass from Player A1 to Player A2 goes into the backcourt where it is retrieved by
Player B3. Player B3 immediately drives toward the basket. He is fouled at the free
throw line extended by Player A2 who was never ahead of him after receiving the
ball. What is the ruling?
This is a clear-path-to-the-basket foul because the play originated in the backcourt. Team B has possession and Player B3 is fouled while
having a clear path to the basket. Player B3 is awarded two free throw attempts and Team B will retain possession on the sideline nearest the point of interruption but no nearer to the baseline than the free throw line extended.
RULE 12B - SECTION I - PENALTY (6)
- Player A1 is dribbling the ball in the frontcourt and Player B1 deflects the ball
away into the backcourt. Player B1 gains possession and is immediately fouled
from behind by Player A1 to prevent Player B1 from scoring an uncontested basket.
Is this a clear-path-to-the-basket foul?
Yes. The play originated in the backcourt, Team B had possession and Player B1 was fouled from behind to prevent an uncontested basket.
RULE 12B - SECTION I - PENALTY (6)
- Player B1 intercepts a frontcourt pass from Player A1 to Player A2 and is grabbed
from behind as he crosses into his frontcourt on the left side of the court. Player A3
is ahead of Player B1 on the right side of the court when Player B1 is fouled. Is this
a clear-path-to-the-basket foul?
If the officials judge that Player A3 could have attained a position between the ball and the basket, then it is a common foul and not a clear-path-to-the-basket foul. If the officials judge that Player A3 could not have attained a position between the ball and the basket, then a clear-path-to-the-basket foul has occurred. On the same play, if Player A3 was not ahead of Player B1, then a clearpath- to-the-basket foul must be called.
RULE 12B - SECTION I - PENALTY (6)
- Player A1 recovers a loose ball in his backcourt and leads a fast break. As he enters
his frontcourt he avoids defender B1 who is ahead of him but is then fouled from
behind by B1 near the 3-point line with no other defenders ahead of him. Is this a
clear-path-to-the-basket foul?
No. Since the defender who committed the foul was ahead of A1 when he entered the frontcourt, no Clear Path foul can be assessed.
RULE 12B - SECTION I - e - PENALTY (6)
- Player A1 steals the ball in his backcourt and throws a pass to Player A2 streaking
down the court. As Player A2 enters his frontcourt defender B2 is ahead of him but
A2 is able to pass him prior to catching the ball near the 3-point line before he is
immediately fouled from behind while having a clear path to the basket. What is
the ruling on this play?
This is a Clear-Path-to-the-Basket foul as defender B2 was never ahead of A2 in the frontcourt when he had the ball and there was no other defender ahead who could have attained a position between the ball and the basket.
RULE 12B - SECTION I - e - PENALTY (6)
- A coach wishes to speak with the officials concerning a rule interpretation prior to
the start of a period. Is this granted?
Yes. However, the opposing coach must be given the opportunity to participate in the discussion. If he refuses to join the discussion, the officials may conduct the meeting with one coach.
RULE 2 - SECTION II - g
- A head coach beckons to the officials that he wants a timeout. Is this granted?
Yes. The head coach’s request for a timeout shall be granted at the time of the request when the ball is dead or in control by a player of his team.
RULE 5 - SECTION VI
- The officials eject a coach from the game. After leaving the bench, what restrictions
are placed on him?
Once a coach is ejected from the game, he must remain in the dressing room of his team or leave the building. Violation of this rule is reported to the League Office and carries an automatic $500 fine. The use of messengers and/or any electronic devices to transmit information from the ejected coach to the bench is in vio lation of the spirit of
this rule and is subject to appropriate penal ties.
RULE 3 - SECTION IV - e
RULE 12A - SECTION VII - d
- During timeouts, what restrictions are on Coaches, Players and Team Personnel as
to where they may position themselves on the court?
Coaches, Players and Team Personnel may position themselves anywhere on their half of the court on the bench side of center court. If they cross past the imaginary line from rim-to-rim, they will be escorted back to their area and advised of the restriction.
RULE 3 - SECTION IV - a
- Player A1 is fouled in the act of shooting and the ball becomes loose. Player A1 is
able to continue his shooting motion after being fouled and the basket is successful.
Should 2 points be scored?
Yes. Player A1 is credited with 2 points and will attempt one free throw. Any player who can score a basket in the same motion after being fouled and having the ball knocked loose shall be credited with the basket.
RULE 4 - SECTION X
- Player A1 attempts a field goal and is fouled after the ball has been released. The
foul occurs with Player A1 still in the air and/or not having regained a normal position.
Is Player A1 still considered in the act of shooting?
Yes. Until such time as Player A1 regains some kind of normal playing position or even if the horn sounds to end the period, he is still considered in the act of shooting and free throws are awarded accordingly.
RULE 4 - SECTION X
- Player A1 is fouled just as he is completing his dribble and gathering the ball on
his drive to the basket. If he continues his shooting motion and scores a successful
basket, how many free throws are awarded?
Since the player’s shooting motion continued and he was fouled upon gathering the ball on his drive to the basket, the basket shall count and Player A1 will receive one free throw attempt.
RULE 4 - SECTION X
- Player A1 gathers the ball on a drive to the basket and defender B1 grabs him in a
manner which does not allow him to release his field goal attempt. How many free
throws are awarded?
Two. Player A1 does not have to release the ball to be given continuation. As long as he continues his shooting motion throughout the sequence he is considered a shooter.
RULE 4 - SECTION X
- Player A1 gathers the ball on a drive to the basket and defender B1 pushes him in
the back which causes Player A1 to take 3 steps prior to scoring a successful basket.
How many free throws are awarded?
Two. The basket cannot be scored as Player A1 committed a traveling violation. However, since he was fouled in the act of shooting, he will receive two free throws.
RULE 4 - SECTION X
- Defensive Player B1 is injured on the court as Player A2 advances the ball in the
backcourt. Player B2 is told to foul his man and just prior to illegal contact, Player
A2 gathers the ball. Following the foul player A2 takes 2 steps and shoots the ball
from the backcourt. Three free throws should be awarded if the shot is unsuccessful.
False, when a player takes a foul to stop play on the perimeter, the offensive player must be in his upward motion to shoot when the contact occurs to be given continuation.
RULE 4 - SECTION X
- Defensive Player B1 has his arm extended forward while guarding Player A1 on the
perimeter. Player A1 ‘rips thru’ the extended arm and continues to shoot a jump
shot. Is this continuation?
If the contact occurs during the side-to-side movement during the rip thru, this is not a continuation play. If the contact is after the side-toside movement and during his upward movement to shoot, continuation shall be awarded.
RULE 4 - SECTION X
- Defensive Player B1 has his arm extended to his side while guarding Player A1 on
the perimeter. In an attempt to draw a shooting foul, Player A1 lunges away from
the basket and extends his shooting arm up and under the defenders arm and then
shoots the ball towards the basket. Is this continuation?
No, while this is a defensive foul, it is not considered in the act of shooting.
RULE 4 - SECTION X
- The teams line up improperly to begin the game. Team A scores four points and six
seconds have elapsed from the game clock. At this point, the officials recognize the
error. How is this administered?
Since the error is recognized prior to 24 seconds having elapsed, all points and statistics are erased except unsportsmanlike acts and all flagrant
fouls and points scored there-from and the game is restarted with the teams properly lined up. If the error is discovered after 24 seconds of play, the game would continue without changing baskets and all points would count. (11:36-restart; 11:35-do not restart).
RULE 2 - SECTION VI - b (2)
- The game ends tied, 105-105. Prior to the beginning of the overtime, it is brought
to the attention of the officials that Team A had requested and received an excessive
timeout in the fourth period. How is this handled?
An overtime period will be played. Any error not discovered prior to the end of the fourth period cannot be penalized.
RULE 2 - SECTION VI - d
- Player A1 is fouled and the officials are notified that Team B has committed five
team fouls in the period. Player A1’s first free throw attempt is successful and the
second free throw attempt is unsuccessful. However, Player A3 scores a field goal
on the rebound of the second free throw attempt. After 24 seconds have elapsed,
the officials are notified that the team foul information given was incorrect and no
free throw attempts should have been awarded. How is this play administered?
The point scored on the successful free throw attempt is deleted and the points scored on the successful field goal by Player A3 remain. If the
error was discovered within 24 seconds, all play in the entire sequence would be deleted, except unsportsmanlike acts and all flagrant fouls and points scored there-from.
RULE 2 - SECTION VI - A (3)
- Player A2 commits a foul with :50.3 remaining in the fourth period. The coach of
Team B believes that it is his sixth personal foul, but the official scorer states that
he only has five personal fouls. With :20.7 remaining, Player B2 fouls Player A2
while attempting to block his shot. It is now discovered that Player A2 has committed
six personal fouls. What is the ruling?
Player A2 is removed from the game immediately. The coach of Team A will select a replacement from his bench. That replacement will attempt
the free throw(s) and remain in the game until he can legally be replaced. Unless the official knows otherwise, he will accept the Official Scorer’s records as to the number of fouls.
RULE 2 - SECTION VI - D
RULE 3- SECTION V- e
RULE 9 - SECTION II - a - EXCEPTION (3)
- In the third period, offensive basket interference is called on Player A1 and the ball is awarded to Team B at the free throw line extended. The Public Address announcer notifies those in the arena of the infraction. In the closing seconds of the fourth
period, it is discovered that the official scorer mistakenly awarded two points to Team A on that violation. What is the ruling?
Two points are subtracted from Team A’s total and play is resumed from the point of interruption.
RULE 2 - SECTION VI - d
- With 9:23 remaining in the fourth period, Team B’s coach registers a complaint with the officials, stating that his timeout total is incorrect in the Official Scorebook. It is discovered that he had been erroneously charged with a regular timeout instead of a 20-second timeout, at 2:16 in the second period. The 20-second timeout would
have forced Team A to take a regular timeout. What is the procedure?
Charge Team A with a regular timeout, Team B with a 20-second timeout and add a regular timeout to Team B’s remaining total. This error may be corrected anytime prior to the end of the fourth period. No technical foul can be called if the correction results in Team A being charged an excessive timeout.
RULE 2 - SECTION VI - d
- What is the ruling if the officials are notified of the following between periods?
(1) Team A attempted an unmerited free throw(s) which was successful.
(2) Team A did not attempt merited free throw(s) from a common foul.
(1) The point(s) are subtracted if more than 24 seconds have elapsed.
(2) The officials shall check the play-by-play and if Team A scored a successful field goal or was awarded free throw attempts as the
result of a personal foul on the next possession, the error will be ignored if more than 24 seconds have elapsed. If neither occurred, the offended player will attempt his free throw(s) and play will resume where it was interrupted. If 24 or less seconds have elapsed, the game clock shall be reset to the time of the foul and the offended player will attempt his free throw(s) and play shall resume as after any free throw attempts, whether made or missed. All play shall be nullified except acts of unsportsmanlike conduct and all flagrant fouls and points scored there-from.
NOTE: Errors which occur in the first or third periods must be discovered and corrected before the start of the next period. Errors which occur in the second period must be discovered and the official scorer notified prior to the officials leaving the floor at the end of the period. The error must be rectified prior to the start of the third period.
RULE 2 - SECTION VI - a
- Prior to 24 seconds having elapsed from the game clock, it is discovered that Player A1 did not attempt merited free throws as the result of a common foul and no points were scored on the subsequent possession. What is the ruling?
The game clock is reset to the time the personal foul was committed and play shall resume as after any other free throw attempts, whether
made or missed. All play shall be nullified except acts of unsportsmanlike conduct and all flagrant fouls and points score there-from. The
fact that Team A did not score a successful field goal or shoot free throws as the result of a personal foul on the next possession has no
bearing on the play since the error was discovered within 24 seconds.
RULE 2 - SECTION VI - a (1)
- Player B4 fouls Player A4 with :10.0 remaining in the first period. The scoring table incorrectly informs the officials that it is the first team foul in the last two minutes. Between periods, it is brought to the attention of the officials that a penalty
situation existed. How is this handled?
After the teams return to the floor, the clock will be reset to :10.0, all action which took place in the final 10 seconds will be deleted (except for unsportsmanlike acts and all flagrant fouls and points scored therefrom) and Player A4 will be given two free throws and play will continue
until the end of the period. The second period will then be started without an additional break. All action in the last 10 seconds is counted in the first period.
RULE 2 - SECTION VI - f
- With 7:30 remaining in the second period, it is discovered that Team B was erroneously awarded the ball to start the period. How is the error corrected?
If any throw-in begins with the wrong team being awarded possession, and the error is discovered:
(1) after 24 seconds have elapsed, the error cannot be corrected.
(2) with 24 seconds or less having elapsed, all play shall be nullified.
EXCEPTION: Acts of unsportsmanlike conduct and all flagrant fouls and points scored there-from, shall NOT be nullified.
RULE 2 - SECTION VI - c
- With :05.8 remaining in the first period, Player A1 is assessed a punching foul. The officials erroneously fail to eject Player A1, who then scores the last field goal of the period, following a throw-in violation by Team B. Between periods, it is brought to their attention that a rule has been set aside. What is the ruling?
Failure of the officials, or of the scorer’s table to notify the officials, to eject or disqualify a player is not a correctable error. Whenever the mistake is discovered, the player shall be removed immediately, his coach will pick a substitute and play will commence from the point of interruption.
RULE 2 - SECTION VI - d
RULE 12B - SECTION IX - b
The Scorer’s Table fails to notify the officials that Team A is in the penalty when a common foul occurs with 5:50 remaining in the period. The error is discovered with 2:30 remaining in the same period. How is the play administered?
As soon as the ball is dead or Team A has possession and not on a fast break, the scorer’s table shall notify the officials. If the play-by-play
shows that Team A scored a successful field goal or was awarded free throw attempts as the result of a personal foul on the next possession, the error shall be ignored. If it does not show either, the player who was fouled shall attempt 1 plus 1 for 2 free throws. Play is resumed at the point of interruption.
RULE 2 - SECTION VI - a - (1)
- At 6:56 of the 3rd period, Player B1 flagrantly fouls Player A2 on a successful field goal. The officials incorrectly award Player A2 one free throw attempt which he misses. Team A inbounds the ball at the free throw line extended and Player B3
fouls Player A4 in the act of shooting at 6:35. It is then discovered that Player A2 should have received two free throw attempts to score one point because of the flagrant foul. How is the play administered?
The fact that the error is from a free throw attempt that would not have remained in play, the 24 second exception does not apply. The clock remains at 6:35, Player A2 will attempt his second free throw because he missed the first and the play will continue after Player A4’s free throw attempts, whether made or missed.
RULE 2 - SECTION VI - A - f - EXCEPTION (2)
- The Scorer’s Table fails to notify the officials that Team A is in the penalty with 4:42 left in the period when Player A1 is fouled. On the following possession Player B1 flagrantly fouls Player A2 and he makes both free throws. At 4:20 the
Scorer’s Table notifies the officials that Player A1 should have shot the penalty when he was fouled at 4:42. How is the play administered?
Since the correctable error was discovered within 24 seconds, the game clock is reset to 4:42 and Player A1 is given two free throw attempts. The personal foul, team foul and two points scored from the flagrant foul by B1 will not be nullified. The ball will remain in play after Player A1’s free throw attempts, whether made or missed.
RULE 2 - SECTION VI - A - f - EXCEPTION (2)
- Common fouls are committed by Player B1 and Player B2, respectively, with 1:51 and :55.5 remaining in the third period. The scoring table and the officials fail to recognize that a penalty situation exists after the second personal is committed and
the ball is awarded out-of-bounds to Team A. At :34.4, following a personal foul by Player B2 on Player A3 who is in the act of shooting, the officials are notified that the free throws should have been awarded on the second personal foul by Player B2
at :55.5. What is the ruling?
Because less than 24 seconds have expired, the game clock shall be reset to 55.5 and all play and points scored during that period of time shall be nullified, with the exception of unsportsmanlike acts and all flagrant fouls and points scored there-from.
RULE 2 - SECTION VI - a (1)
- Team A inbounds at 3:45 of the period and following a successful basket at 3:40, the officials halt play because Team B has 6 players on the court. How is this handled?
Team B is assessed a technical foul and any player on Team A in the game may attempt one free throw. The coach of Team A will then be given the option of continuing play from the point of nterruption or resetting the game clock to 3:45 and nullifying the successful basket.
RULE 2 - SECTION VI - E
- At 4:56 Player A4’s unsuccessful free throw is tapped in by Player A5 and it is then noticed that Team A had 6 players on the court. How is this handled?
Team A is assessed a technical foul and any player in the game may attempt the one free throw. The coach of Team B will then be given the option of continuing play from the point of interruption or resetting the game clock to 4:56, nullifying the basket by A5 followed by a jump ball at center court between any two players who were in the game.
RULE 2 - SECTION VI - E
- What are the proper measurements of the following?
(1) Court size
(2) Free throw circle radius
(3) Height and width of the backboard
(4) Inside diameter of the basket ring
(5) Face of backboard to inside the basket ring
(6) Height of the basket ring from the floor
(7) Width of the foul lane key area
(8) From free throw line to backboard
(9) From endline to backboard
(10) Hash mark
(11) Three-point field goal line
(1) 94 ft. long x 50 ft. wide
(2) 6 ft.
(3) 3 1/2 ft. high x 6 ft. wide
(4) 18 in.
(5) 6 in.
(6) 10 ft.
(7) 16 ft.
(8) 15 ft.
(9) 4 ft.
(10) 28 ft. from endline
(11) 23 ft., 9 in.
RULE 1 - SECTIONS I and II
- Team A has just scored a field goal or a free throw. As the ball is dropping to the floor, Player A2 bats the ball away. What is the correct ruling?
The official will issue a delay-of-game warning and notify the official scorer. If Team A had been guilty of a previous violation, a technical foul is called. Following the warning or a technical foul, Team B shall have the privilege of running the baseline. If, despite the warning and subsequent technical foul(s), this act is repeated, the official shall inform the head coach that he is responsible. Any further violations will become an unsportsmanlike act, charged to the head coach, for making a travesty of the game.
RULE 12A - SECTION II - a (2) and (PENALTY)
- With :03.5 remaining in the fourth period and Team A leading 110-109, Team B has the ball out-of-bounds. Player A1, who is guarding the thrower-in, jumps up and down attempting to make it difficult for Player B1 to execute the throw-in. In so
doing, he breaks the plane of the out-of-bounds line by landing out-of-bounds on several jumps. What is the ruling?
A non-unsportsmanlike technical foul shall be called because the game is in the last two minutes of the fourth period. It is recommended that the official administering the throw-in warn Player A1 to keep his hands and feet from breaking the vertical plane of the boundary line, prior to awarding the ball to Player B1.
RULE 12A - SECTION II - a - (5) and PENALTY (EXCEPTION)
- Team A scores a field goal and Player B1 retrieves the ball near the sideline. He attempts to pass the ball to Player B2, who is out-of-bounds on the baseline, ready to throw the ball inbounds. Player A1 intercepts the ball. What is the ruling?
The official will issue a delay-of-game warning on Team A and award the ball to Team B on the baseline, if he feels that Player A1’s action was deliberate. If a previous delay-of-game warning has been issued to Team A, a technical foul shall be assessed.
RULE 12A - SECTION II - a (6)
- At 4:33 of the first period, a throw-in by Team A is interrupted when Player B1 slaps the ball out of Player A1’s hands. What is the ruling?
The official will issue a delay-of-game warning to Team B and award the ball to Team A at the same spot. If a previous delay-of-game warning has been issued to Team B, a technical foul shall be assessed.
RULE 12A - SECTION II - a (4)
- A traveling violation is called on Player A1. Player A1 throws the ball to the official at the other end of the floor, instead of the official administering the throw-in. What is the ruling?
The official will issue a delay-of-game warning to Team A and could assess Player A1 with an unsportsmanlike technical foul, if he feels that
the act was a deliberate attempt to express displeasure at the call.
RULE 12A - SECTION II - a - (3)
- Following a successful field goal attempt, Player B1 attempts a throw-in but fails to step out-of-bounds. Is this a delay-of-game?
No. Team A is awarded the ball at the spot of the attempted throw-in. Player B1 is responsible for proper administration of the throw-in within five seconds.
RULE 8 - SECTION III - a
- A pass from Player A1 to Player A2 is deflected by Player B1. With the ball near the sideline, the coach of Team A secures possession. It is determined by the official that Player B1 could have saved the ball from going out-of-bounds, but was
denied that opportunity by the action of the coach. What is the ruling?
A delay-of-game warning is issued to Team A and the ball is awarded to Team B out-of-bounds on the sideline nearest the spot of the violation. If a previous delay-of-game warning has been issued to Team A, a technical foul shall be assessed.
RULE 8 - SECTION II - f
RULE 12A - SECTION II - a (7
- A bad pass from Player A1 to Player A2 is grabbed by the coach of Team B on the
sideline. It is determined by the official that Player A2 could have saved the ball
from going out-of-bounds, but was denied that opportunity by action of the coach.
There is less than 14 seconds on the 24-second clock when this occurs. What is the
ruling?
A delay-of-game warning is issued to Team B and ball is awarded to Team A on the sideline nearest the spot of the violation. The 24-second clock shall be reset to 14 seconds.
RULE 7 - SECTION IV - d (3)
RULE 8 - SECTION II - f
RULE 12A - SECTION II - a (7)
- Following a successful field goal by Team B, Player A1’s backcourt pass to Player A2 is touched by Player B6 who is seated on Team B’s bench. There are 18 seconds remaining on the 24-second clock. It is the opinion of the officials that Player A2
could have saved the errant pass. What is the ruling?
A delay-of-game warning is issued to Team B if the ball had crossed over the boundary line when it was interfered with by Player B6. If Player B6 reached onto the court and touched the ball, he would receive an unsportsmanlike technical foul. In either case, Team A will receive a new 8 seconds to advance the ball into the frontcourt. The
“magic” number on the 24-second clock is 9.
RULE 10 - SECTION VIII - EXCEPTION (1)
RULE 12A - SECTION II - a (7)
- Player A1 fumbles a pass near the sideline at the bench of Team B. The ball crosses the plane of the sideline and touches the coach of Team B who is standing on the sideline. Player A1 would have been able to recover the ball, if it had not been
touched.
A delay-of-game shall be issued to Team B. Team A is awarded the ball out-of-bounds on the sideline nearest the spot of the violation. A coach not seated on the bench has a responsibility not to interfere with a live ball.
RULE 8 - SECTION II - f
RULE 12A - SECTION II - a (7)
- Player A6 is at the scorer’s table and the timer sounds the horn for him to enter the game. At this time the beckoning official observes the player’s shirt is not tucked in. What is the ruling?
Team A is assessed a delay-of-game whenever a substitute is beckoned from the scorer’s table and his shirt is not tucked into his shorts.
RULE 12A - SECTION II - a (8)
- Officials disagree on a block/charge situation not involving the restricted area, with one official immediately signalling a blocking foul on Player B1, while the other official is signalling an offensive foul on Player A1. How is this play administered?
A personal foul is assessed both players and play is resumed with a jump ball at the center circle between any two opposing players.
RULE 6 - SECTION V - a (7) and b
RULE 12B - SECTION VI - f
- Player A1 is attempting a free throw which is to be followed by another free throw.
Player B1:
(1) raises his arms above his head while positioned on the lane line, or
(2) makes a sudden dash upcourt while within the visual field of Player A1, or
(3) waves his arms, or
(4) yells to a teammate, or
(5) talks in a loud manner, or
(6) enters the lane and continues to move.
In (1) through (6) above, Player B1 has disconcerted the free throw shooter. The violation is penalized by awarding a substitute free throw
only if the attempt is unsuccessful.
RULE 9 - SECTION I - f
- Player A1 is attempting a free throw following a successful field goal. During the attempt, Player B2 violates the free throw lane. Player A1’s free throw attempt does not touch the rim. What is the ruling?
This is a double violation. Play is resumed with a jump ball at the center circle between any two opposing players. The ONLY way that Player A1 should receive a substitute free throw is if the official rules that Player B2’s action was disconcerting. The official will notify the Public Address Announcer of his ruling immediately.
RULE 9 - SECTION I - a (PENALTY)
- Player A1 is attempting a free throw. Player B6, who is on Team B’s bench, jumps up and down and yells in an attempt to upset Player A1. How is this handled?
This is not a disconcerting the shooter violation because the player was not in the game.
RULE 9 - SECTION I - f
- A double foul is called on Players A1 and B1, while Player A2 is dribbling the ball in the backcourt. What is the ruling?
A personal foul is charged to Player A1 and Player B1. No team fouls are charged to either team and no free throws are awarded. The ball is awarded to Team A on the sideline at the nearest spot where play was interrupted but not nearer the baseline than the free throw line extended. The 24-second clock is reset to 24 seconds.
RULE 12B - SECTION VI - b and c
- While Player A1’s unsuccessful field goal is in the air, a double foul is called on Players A2 and B2. What is the correct procedure?
A personal foul is charged to Player A2 and Player B2. No team fouls are charged to either team and no free throws are awarded. Play is resumed with a jump ball at the center circle between any two players who were in the game when the double foul occurred. The 24-second clock is reset to 24 seconds.
RULE 6 - SECTION V - a (4)
RULE 7 - SECTION IV - c (5)
RULE 12B - SECTION VI - d
- Player A1 attempts a two-point field goal and, while the ball is in the air, Players A2 and B2 are called for a double foul. The field goal is successful. What is the ruling?
Award two points to Team A and charge a personal foul to Player A2 and Player B2. No team foul is assessed to either team and the 24-second clock is reset to 24 seconds. Play shall resume with the ball being awarded to Team B for a throw-in on the baseline.
RULE 7 - SECTION IV - c (1)
RULE 12B - SECTION VI - e
- While Player A1 is dribbling the ball near the 28’ hash mark, the lead official calls an offensive foul on Player A2 in the post and simultaneously the slot official calls an impede on defensive Player B5 for not giving Player A5 the freedom to move.
How is this handled?
Players A2 and B5 shall be charged with personal fouls but no team fouls will be charged. Team A will inbound on the sideline nearest the point of interruption and the 24 second clock will remain the same or reset to 14, whichever is greater. This is not considered a difference of opinion since it is not the same contact they are calling.
RULE 12B - SECTION VI - c
- To start his dribble, Player A1:
(1) throws the ball over his opponent’s head, or
(2) throws the ball a long distance out in front of him.
In both (1) and (2) the ball touches the floor and he continues to dribble. Is this
legal?
Yes in both (1) and (2). Player A1 may not touch the ball before it
touches the floor or he will be guilty of passing the ball to himself.
RULE 4 - SECTION II
- When dribbling, Player A1 steps out-of-bounds but is not in contact with the ball. He then returns inbounds and continues his dribble. Is this legal or illegal?
Illegal. Player A1 cannot be the first player to touch the ball after going out-of-bounds, until it is touched by another player on the court.
RULE 10 - SECTION II - b
- Player A5 has his back to the basket below the free throw line extended and starts dribbling to back-down his defender. The official should call a violation when Player A5 is still dribbling below the foul line extended on the count of 5.
Yes. This is a 5-second back to the basket violation. The count ends when (1) the player picks up the ball, (2) dribbles above the free throw
line extended or (3) a defensive player deflects the ball away.
RULE 10 - SECTION XV
- Player A1 who is holding the ball, touches the floor with the ball one or more times. Is this a violation?
No. A player holding the ball can touch the ball to the floor without penalty.
RULE 4 - SECTION II
- How many seconds is Team A allowed to control the ball while in the backcourt?
Eight seconds. The restriction ends when the ball breaks the plane of the midcourt line when not in player control. When dribbling, the count ends when the ball and both feet of the player are in the frontcourt.
RULE 4 - SECTION V - d, e and f
RULE 10 - SECTION VIII
- With the ball still in Team A’s backcourt, Team B causes the ball to go out-ofbounds. How many total seconds is Team A allowed to advance the ball into frontcourt?
Team A is allowed a total of 8 seconds to advance the ball into the frontcourt, regardless of the number of times the ball is deflected out-ofbounds
by the defense. A new 8 seconds will be given to Team A only when Team B:
(1) commits a personal foul while not in a penalty situation, or
(2) deliberately kicks the ball, or
(3) deliberately punches the ball, or
(4) has a technical foul assessed, or
(5) has a delay-of-game warning, or
(6) play is suspended due to infection control for either team.
Team A will also receive a new 8 seconds if the ball is recovered in the
backcourt following any jump balls.
RULE 4 - SECTION V - f
RULE 10 - SECTION VIII (EXCEPTION)
- Following a successful field goal, Player A1 is advancing the ball toward the midcourt line. The 24-second clock now indicates 16. Has a violation occurred?
No. The “magic” number on the 24-second clock is 15. The ball must attain frontcourt status by that time or a violation of the 8-second rule has occurred.
RULE 4 - SECTION V - f
RULE 10 - SECTION VIII
- With the ball in Team A’s backcourt, a technical foul is called on:
(1) Player A1
(2) Player B1.
Upon resumption of play, does Team A get a new eight seconds to get the ball into the frontcourt?
(1) No.
(2) Yes.
RULE 4 - SECTION V - f
RULE 10 - SECTION VIII (EXCEPTION)
- A regular timeout is called by Team A with the ball in the backcourt and 17 seconds remaining on the 24-second clock. How much time does Team A have remaining to legally advance the ball into the frontcourt?
More than 1 second. 15 is the “magic” number on the 24-second clock.
RULE 4 - SECTION V - f
RULE 10 - SECTION VIII
- Team A is attempting to advance the ball into the frontcourt. With 17 seconds remaining on the 24-second clock, the ball is passed into the frontcourt where a player on Team B bats it back into the backcourt. Team A retrieves the ball in the
backcourt. Is there a new 8-second count?
Yes. The 8-second rule ends when the ball breaks the plane of the midcourt line and not in player control. A new “continuous possession” and
8-second count starts when the loose ball is controlled in the backcourt.
RULE 4 - SECTION V - e
- Following the throw-in after a successful field goal by Player A1, Players A2 and B2 are engaged in a verbal altercation. With 19 seconds on the 24-second clock, the official blows his whistle, and calls a technical foul on Players A2 and B2. When
play resumes, Player B2 is dribbling the ball in the backcourt when the 24-second clock reads 15. What is the ruling?
No violation has occurred. The offensive team shall receive a new 8-second count on a technical foul on the defensive team. Therefore, the “magic”
number on the 24-second clock would be 10.
RULE 10 - SECTION VIII - EXCEPTION (1)
- With 1:45 remaining in the second period, Player A5 has committed a personal foul and is replaced by a substitute. Upon his return to the bench area he enters the stands and becomes involved in an altercation with a spectator. What is the procedure?
The official will notify the coach, scorekeeper and public address announcer that Player A5 has been ejected from the game. The incident will be reported to the League Office.
COMMENTS ON THE RULES - J
- A team employee sitting in the stands is acting in an unsportsmanlike manner. What is the ruling?
All personnel associated with a team may be reported to the League Office for unsportsmanlike conduct. An official cannot assess a technical
foul since the individual is not seated on the bench.
RULE 3 - SECTION IV - c
- Player A1 has lost his shoe while the ball is in play. Should an official stop play and allow him time to replace it?
No. If Player A1 wishes for play to be stopped to replace his shoe, he must call a timeout.
RULE 5 - SECTION V - c
- Player A1 and Player B1 are involved in a fight during a dead ball situation. The officials invoke a technical foul on each player. How is the ball put into play?
The officials will use instant replay to review the ejections and to rule on any other unsportsmanlike acts or unnecessary contact which may have gone unnoticed immediately prior to and/or after the altercation. Play is resumed at the same spot where it would have been had the altercation never taken place. No free throws are awarded.
RULE 12A - SECTION VI - a and c
RULE 13 - SECTION I - a (6)
- Is there a penalty for coming off the bench to stop or help a teammate involved in a fight?
Yes. All the players who are seated on the bench must remain in that immediate vicinity. If the rule is violated, the League Office must be notified and each guilty individual is subject to a suspension of a minimum of one game and fine up to $50,000. The head coach and/or assistant coaches may assist in acting as peacemakers.
RULE 12A - SECTION VII - c
- Player A1 is fouled by Player B1 and is awarded two free throw attempts. Prior to Player A1 attempting his free throws, he and Player B1 are ejected for fighting. What is the correct ruling and how is the ball put into play?
The officials will use instant replay to review the ejections and to rule on any other unsportsmanlike acts or any unnecessary contact which may have gone unnoticed immediately prior to and/or after the altercation. Assuming there are no further penalties, the coach of Team B will select a substitute from Team A’s bench who will attempt the two free throws. Play shall resume as after any other free throw attempt, made or missed. There are no free throw attempts awarded for the fighting foul.
RULE 9 - SECTION II - a - EXCEPTION (1)
RULE 13 - SECTION I - a (6)
- Players A1 and B1 are ejected from the game for fighting. Player A1 had possession of the ball in his frontcourt when the fight started. What is the ruling?
The officials will use instant replay to review the ejections and to rule on any other unsportsmanlike acts or unnecessary contact which may have gone unnoticed immediately prior to and/or after the altercation. Assuming there are no further penalties, play is resumed with Team A being awarded the ball out-of-bounds on the sideline where play was interrupted but no nearer to the baseline than the free throw line extended.
The 24-second clock shall remain the same as when play was interrupted or reset to 14 seconds, whichever is greater.
RULE 7 - SECTION IV - d (3)
RULE 12A - SECTION VI - a and c
RULE 13 - SECTION I - a (4)
- Player A1 and Player B1 are involved in a fight while Player A2 is dribbling in the backcourt with 20 seconds on the 24-second clock. What type of foul is assessed and how is the ball put back into play?
The officials will use instant replay to review the ejections and to rule on any other unsportsmanlike acts or unnecessary contact which may have gone unnoticed immediately prior to and/or after the altercation. Assuming there are no further penalties, each player is charged with a
technical foul, with no free throws being awarded. Team A will inbound on the sideline nearest the point of interruption with the clock remaining
at 20. The “magic” number is now 11.
RULE 10 - SECTION VIII - EXCEPTION (1)
RULE 12A - SECTION VI - c
RULE 13 - SECTION I - a (4)
- Players A1 and B1 are involved in a fight and the officials ascertain that Player A1 is the aggressor and responsible for the incident. With what type of foul is Player A1 charged?
The officials will use instant replay to review the ejections and to rule on any other unsportsmanlike acts or unnecessary contact which may have gone unnoticed immediately prior to and/or after the altercation. Assuming there are no further penalties, each player is charged with a technical foul and ejected. No free throws are awarded. The fact that the officials determine that Player A1 was the aggressor should be noted, but this has no bearing on whether or not each player is ejected.
RULE 12A - SECTION VI
RULE 13 - SECTION I - a (4)
COMMENTS ON THE RULES - K
- Player A1, who has a clear-path-to-the-basket in his frontcourt, is pushed in the back by Player B1 while not in the act of shooting. The following action then occurs:
(1) Player A1 punches Player B1, or
(2) Players A1 and B1 are engaged in a fight.
In both (1) and (2), the officials will use instant replay to review the ejections and to rule on any other unsportsmanlike acts or unnecessary
act which may have gone unnoticed immediately prior to and/or after the altercation. Assuming there are no further penalties, the rulings are as follows:
(1) Player B1 is assessed a personal foul. Player A1 is charged with a punching foul and ejected. Team A is awarded two free throw attempts. The coach of Team B will select the substitute from Team A’s bench who will attempt the two free throws. No players will be lined-up on the free throw lane lines. Player B1 will then attempt
two free throws for the punching foul and Team B is awarded the ball at the free throw line extended for the throw-in.
(2) Player B1 is assessed a personal foul. Player A1 and Player B1 are ejected for fighting and a double technical foul is assessed. Team A is awarded two free throw attempts for the personal foul committed by Player B1. The coach of Team B will select the substitute from Team A’s bench who will attempt the free throws. Team A will retain
possession on the sideline where the play was interrupted but no nearer the baseline than the free throw line extended.
RULE 9 - SECTION II - a EXCEPTION (1)
RULE 12A - SECTION VI - a
RULE 12B - SECTION IX - a and b
RULE 13 - SECTION I - a (4)
- Following a successful field goal by Player A1 with 1:36 remaining in overtime, Player A2 is assessed a flagrant foul when he elbows Player B2 prior to the ball being released on the throw-in. How is this play administered?
The officials will use Instant Replay to determine if the contact is a FF1 or FF2 or be downgraded to an Away-from-the-play foul or a technical foul if no contact was made. They also will rule on any other unsportsmanlike acts or unnecessary contact immediately prior to and/or after the foul.
If the Penalty (1) phase is assessed, any player may attempt two free throws and Team B will be awarded the ball out-of-bounds at the free throw line extended in the frontcourt.
If the Penalty (2) phase is assessed, and there are no further penalties, any player in the game may attempt two free throws and Team B will be awarded the ball out-of-bounds at the free throw line extended in the frontcourt and Player A2 will be ejected immediately.
RULE 12B - SECTION IV
RULE 12B - SECTION X - b
RULE 13 - SECTION I - a (3) and (4)
COMMENTS ON THE RULES - B
- Player A1 is flagrantly fouled in the act of shooting by Player B1 on:
(1) a successful three-point field goal attempt, or
(2) an unsuccessful three-point field goal attempt.
The official also rules there was unsportsmanlike contact by Player B2, which followed the personal foul by Player B1. How is this play administered?
The officials will use Instant Replay to determine if the contact by B1 is a FF1 or FF2 or be downgraded to a common foul.
(1) If Player B1 is assessed a common foul and Player B2 a technical foul, any player in the game on Team A may attempt the free throw for the technical foul first. Player A1 is then awarded one free throw attempt and play would continue whether made or missed.
If Player B1 is assessed a common foul and Player B2 a flagrant foul, Player A1 is awarded three free throw attempts to score one point and Team A will retain possession of the ball at the free throw line
extended. If Player B1 is assessed a flagrant foul and Player B2 a technical foul, any player in the game on Team A may attempt the free throw for
the technical foul first. Player A1 is then awarded two free throw attempts to score one point. Team A will retain possession of the ball at the free throw line extended. If a FF2 is assessed, he will also be ejected from the game.
(2) If Player B1 is assessed a common foul and Player B2 a technical foul, any player in the game on Team A may attempt the free throw for the technical foul first. Player A1 is then awarded three free throw attempts and play would continue whether made or missed. If Player B1 is assessed a common foul and Player B2 a flagrant foul, Player A1 is awarded five free throw attempts to score four points and Team A will retain possession of the ball at the free throw line
extended. If Player B1 is assessed a flagrant foul and Player B2 a technical foul, any player in the game on Team A may attempt the free throw for
the technical foul first. Player A1 is then awarded three free throw attempts and Team a will retain possession of the ball at the free throw line extended.
RULE 12B - SECTION I - PENALTY 3 and 4
RULE 12B - SECTION IV
RULE 12B - SECTION V - c
RULE 13 - SECTION I - a (3)
- Following an Instant Replay review, a FF1 is assessed against Player B1 as Player A1 is in the act of shooting:
(1) a successful two-point field goal attempt, or
(2) an unsuccessful two-point field goal attempt.
How is the play administered?
(1) Player A1 is awarded two free throw attempts to score one point. Team A is awarded the ball out-of-bounds at the free throw line extended in the frontcourt whether the free throw attempts are
made or missed. There is no line-up on the free throw lane lines. A maximum of three points can be scored on this play.
(2) Player A1 is awarded two free throw attempts. Team A is awarded the ball out-of-bounds at the free throw line extended in the frontcourt whether the free throw attempts are made or missed. There is no line-up of players on the free throw lane lines.
RULE 12B - SECTION IV
RULE 12B - SECTION V - b
RULE 13 - SECTION I - a (3)
- Following an Instant Replay review, Player B1 is assessed a FF1 and Player A1 is awarded two free throw attempts and possession of the ball out-of-bounds. Earlier in the game Player B1 was assessed a technical foul for an unsportsmanlike act.
(1) Is Player B1 automatically ejected?
(2) Does the coach of Team A select the free throw shooter if Player A1 is injured on the play?
(1) No. A flagrant foul Penalty 1 is not unsportsmanlike.
(2) Yes. Coach A will select one of the four (4) remaining players on the court to attempt the free throws. Player A1 may not return to the game.
RULE 9 - SECTION II - a (2)
RULE 12B - SECTION IV
RULE 13 - SECTION I - a (3)
- Following an Instant Replay review, a FF1 is assessed Player B2 when he throws Player A2 to the floor on:
(1) a successful three-point field goal attempt by Player A1, or
(2) an unsuccessful three-point field goal attempt by Player A1.
How is the play administered?
(1) Player A2 is awarded two free throw attempts to score one point. A maximum of four points can be scored on this play.
(2) Player A2 is awarded two free throw attempts.
In (1) and (2), the ball is awarded to Team A out-of-bounds at the free throw line extended.
RULE 12B - SECTION IV
RULE 12B - SECTION V - c
RULE 13 - SECTION I - a (3) and (4)
- Player A1 is fouled by Player B1 while attempting to cause a jump ball. Clearly after the personal foul is called, Player B1 throws Player A1 to the floor. What is the ruling?
The first foul is a common foul and the second can be a flagrant or a technical foul depending on what criteria is met or for game management reasons.
This is assuming that it is interpreted as two separate acts, one of which occurs during a dead ball. If a flagrant foul is assessed, Instant Replay must be reviewed to determine whether a FF1 or FF2 shall be assessed or the call changed to a
technical foul.
RULE 12A - SECTION V - i
RULE 12B - SECTION IV
RULE 13 - SECTION I - a (3)
- Player A1 is injured on a play where Player B1 has been assessed a flagrant foul – Penalty (1) following Instant Replay review. Player A1 attempts his free throws and Player A6 substitutes for him prior to the throw-in. Can Player A1 return to the game?
Yes. The only restrictions for Player A1 is that he attempt his free throws to remain an eligible substitute.
RULE 3 - SECTION V
RULE 9 - SECTION II - a - EXCEPTION (2)
RULE 13 - SECTION I - a (3)
- Player A1 is injured on a play which is ruled a FF1 following Instant Replay review. As there was no field goal attempt, the official incorrectly awards only one free throw attempt and possession of the ball out-of-bounds. The infraction occurred at 15.3 in the first period but is not discovered until:
(1) between the first and second period, or
(2) halftime.
May this error be corrected?
(1) Yes. Player A1 will be awarded one free throw. If the error to be corrected is for a free throw attempt where there is no line-up of players on the free throw lane, the error shall be corrected, all play
shall stand and play shall resume from the point of interruption with the clocks remaining the same.
(2) No. To be correctable, the error must be discovered before the start of the second period.
RULE 2 - SECTION VI - A - f - EXCEPTION (2)
RULE 2 - SECTION VI - A - b
RULE 13 - SECTION I - a (3)
- On a successful two-point field goal attempt by Player A1, a personal foul is called on Player B1. Immediately follow ing the personal foul on Player B1, a flagrant foul is called on Player B2 and ruled a FF1 following Instant Replay review. How is the play administered?
Player A1 is awarded three free throw attempts to score one point and Team A will be awarded the ball out-of-bounds at the free throw line extended. A maximum of three points can be scored on this play.
RULE 12B - SECTION IV
RULE 12B - SECTION V - b
RULE 13 - SECTION I - a (3)
- Following a successful field goal by Player A1, a flagrant foul is ruled a FF1 follow ing Instant Replay and is called on Player B2 for physical contact with Player A2. This action occurs:
(1) prior to possession of the ball out-of-bounds by Team B, or
(2) after possession of the ball out-of-bounds by Team B.
In (1) and (2), Player A2 will be awarded two free throw attempts. Play will be resumed by awarding Team A the ball out-of-bounds at the free throw line extended. Possession or non-possession of the ball out-ofbounds does not change this procedure.
RULE 12B - SECTION IV
RULE 13 - SECTION I - a (3)
- Player B1 is assessed a flagrant foul against Player A2. Player A2 then throws the ball at Player B1 and a technical foul is assessed. How is this play administered?
The officials will use Instant Replay to determine if the foul shall be ruled a FF1 or FF2 or downgraded to a common foul or changed to a technical foul. They also will rule on any other unsportsmanlike acts or unnecessary contact immediately prior to and/or after the foul. Player A2 will be assessed a technical foul and upon replay review, the officials
may elect to eject him if the action warrants. Following the review if a FF2 is assessed, any of the four remaining players on the floor of Team B will be allowed to attempt the free throw resulting from Player A2’s technical foul. Player A2 will be awarded two free throw attempts and play will be resumed by awarding Team A the ball out-of-bounds at the free throw extended. Should Player A2 also be ejected, the opposing coach shall select the shooter from Team A’s bench to shoot the two
free throws for the flagrant foul.
RULE 12A - SECTION V - j
RULE 12B - SECTION IV - b
RULE 13 - SECTION I - a (3)
- With 0:56 remaining in the third period, Player A1 is fouled by Player B1. Player A1 reacts and hits Player B1 in the chest with an elbow. Player B1 throws a punch that misses Player A1, who in turn throws the ball at him. Team B has committed
five team fouls. What is the ruling?
The officials will make a ruling on the floor and since a punch was thrown, instant replay will be used to review the punch and ejection. They also will rule on any other unsportsmanlike acts or unnecessary contact immediately prior to and/or after the punch. Should the play stand as in the question, Player B1 is charged with the initial personal foul and a technical foul for throwing a punch and is ejected. Player A1 is charged with a flagrant foul Penalty 1 and a technical foul for throwing the ball at Player B1 thus creating double technical fouls. Player A1 is awarded one free throw attempt plus a penalty free throw for the
personal foul on B1. The coach of Team A will select a substitute from Team B’s bench to shoot the two free throws for the flagrant foul by A1
and Team B will retain possession at the free throw line extended.
RULE 9 - SECTION II - a - EXCEPTION (1)
RULE 12A - SECTION V - o
RULE 12B - SECTION IV - a
RULE 12B - SECTION IX - b
RULE 13 - SECTION I - a (4)
- Player B1 fouls Player A1 and the penalty is not in effect. Player A2 rushes over and gets in Player B1’s face and he reacts by head butting Player A2. How is the play administered?
A head butt is considered a hostile act and should initially be ruled a flagrant foul. The officials will use Instant Replay to review the contact and rule it a FF2 and eject Player B1. They also will rule on any other unsports manlike acts or unnecessary contact immediately prior to and/or after the head butt. If no other illegal acts are viewed, Player B1
is charged with a personal foul, Player A2 with a technical foul for taunting and Player B1 with a flagrant foul Penalty (2) and ejected. Any of the four remaining players on Team B may attempt the free throw for the technical foul. Player A2 will attempt two free throws for the flagrant foul and Team A will retain possession at the free throw
line extended.
RULE 12A - SECTION V - d (7)
RULE 12B - SECTION IV - b
RULE 13 - SECTION I - a (3) and (4)
- Player A1 is assessed a flagrant foul between the third and fourth periods. Team A had gained the first possession of the game. Which team will get the first possession of the fourth period?
Team A. The ball should be put into play by the team entitled to the throw-in in the period which follows.
RULE 9 - SECTION III - EXCEPTION
- Player A2 is assessed a flagrant foul when he unintentionally elbows Player B2 in the upper chest area on an unsuccessful field goal attempt by Player A1. His elbow glances off Player B2’s chest and contacts him on the chin. What is the ruling?
Following Instant Replay review, Player A2 shall be assessed a flagrant foul – Penalty (1). Player B2 is awarded two free throw attempts and possession of the ball out-of-bounds at his free throw line extended on either side of the frontcourt.
RULE 12B - SECTION IV - a
RULE 13 - SECTION I - a (3)
- Player A3 takes a swing (not a punch) at Player B3 and hits him in the shoulder. How is this handled?
Following Instant Replay review, Player A3 is assessed a FF2. Any player who ‘swings’ at an opponent and makes contact will be assessed
a FF2 and ejected.
RULE 12B - SECTION IV - b
RULE 13 - SECTION I - a (3)
- Following an unsuccessful field goal attempt by Player A1, a loose ball foul is called on Player A2. Player B2 reacts to that foul by hitting Player A2 with an elbow, and is assessed a Flagrant Foul. It was also the sixth personal foul on Player A2. How is this play administered if:
(1) Team A is in the penalty, or
(2) Team A is not in the penalty?
Following the ruling on the floor, the officials will use instant replay to review the flagrant foul and to rule on any other unsportsmanlike acts which may have gone unnoticed immediately prior to and/or after the foul. If the foul is ruled a FF2, personal fouls and team fouls are charged to Team A and Team B respectively in both situations. (1) The coach of Team A will select a substitute from Team B’s bench to shoot the free throws awarded to Player B2. No players will occupy the free throw lane lines. The coach of Team A will select an eligible substitute for Player A2, who fouled out. That substitute will attempt the two free throws awarded for the flagrant foul and Team A will inbound the ball at the free throw line extended.
(2) The coach of Team B will select an eligible substitute for Player B2. The coach of Team A will select an eligible substitute to replace Player A2, who fouled out. That substitute will attempt the two free throws awarded for the flagrant foul and Team A will inbound the ball at the free throw line extended.
RULE 9 - SECTION II - a EXCEPTION (1) and (3)
RULE 13 - SECTION I - a (4)
- Player A1 is attempting a free throw and has already taken seven seconds in preparing to shoot. Because he needs additional time, he throws the ball to the official. How is this treated?
If there is confusion of any kind (lining up, number of free throws, etc.), the official will accept the ball and return it to Player A1 for the free throw attempt. If Player A1 is attempting to gain additional time,
the official will not accept the ball and continue the 10-second count.
RULE 9 - SECTION I - a
- While attempting a free throw, Player A1 throws the ball extremely hard toward the basket in an attempt to deliberately miss the shot and gain possession. Is this legal?
The ball must make contact with the basket ring and all free throw provisions must be observed for this to be a legal play.
RULE 9 - SECTION I - b
- During a free throw attempt when the ball is to remain in play, Player A1 is guilty of purposely faking a free throw attempt. Such action causes Players A2, A3, B1 and B2 to enter the free throw lane. What is the ruling?
Violation by Player A1. The ball is awarded to Team B out-of-bounds at the free throw line extended. Player A1 does not have to release the
ball for this violation to occur. If the violation is called on the first of multiple free throw attempts, the remaining free throws will be attempted.
RULE 9 - SECTION I - c
- Player A1 has been awarded a free throw following a successful field goal. Without releasing the ball, Player A1 loses firm control of the ball and stops his free throw attempt. Players A2 and B2 step into the free throw lane. What is the ruling?
An official will blow his whistle immediately and retrieve the ball from Player A1. Player A2 and Player B2 will be allowed to resume their original positions. The ball shall be returned to Player A1 for his free throw attempt.
RULE 9 - SECTION I - i
- Following (1) a successful, (2) an unsuccessful free throw attempt by Player A1
which is to remain in play, it is discovered that Team B has only four players on the court. What is the correct ruling?
(1) A technical foul is assessed Team B. The free throw shall count and the ball is awarded to Team B as after any other score on the baseline after the technical foul is attempted. (2) A technical foul is assessed Team B. The ball is awarded to the team
which has possession when the violation is discovered after the technical foul is attempted.
Each team is responsible for having the proper number of players on the court when play begins.
RULE 12A - SECTION III - c (EXCEPTION)
- What is the rule covering the line-up of players on the foul lane prior to the attempt of a free throw?
The two spaces nearest the basket must be occupied by opponents of the free throw shooter. The next two adjacent spaces must be occupied
by teammates of the free throw shooter. The third adjacent space, on either lane line, may or may not be occupied by an opponent of the free throw shooter. There may never be more than two teammates or three opponents of the free throw shooter on the lane lines. If the opponents are jockeying for position, teammates of the free throw shooter will occupy their spaces first followed by the opponents.
RULE 9 - SECTION I - d
- Players B3 and B5 are on the lane line for Player A1’s last free throw attempt. May they have their arms in front of Player A5 when the ball is released?
No. Players on the lane lines may not extend themselves in front of an opponent until the ball is released on a free throw attempt.
RULE 9 - SECTION I - d
- Prior to Player A2 attempting a free throw which will remain in play:
(1) Player A1 violates the free throw lane provisions.
(2) Player B1 violates the free throw lane provisions.
(3) Players A1 and B1 violate the free throw lane provisions.
(4) After Player A2 receives the ball, Player B3 moves from behind the threepoint line into the third lane space. What is the correct ruling?
In (1), (2) and (3) the official will blow his whistle immediately if the players are standing in the lane with no chance to return to their proper lane spaces. In (4), the official will blow the whistle and have Player B3 return to above the three-point line. There can be no violation if Player A2 has not released the ball.
RULE 9 - SECTION I - i
- Player A1 is about to attempt a two-point field goal when his arms are clamped by Player B1. How many free throw attempts are awarded if Player A1 has not been able to release the ball?
Two. Player A1 is considered in the act of shooting.
RULE 4 - SECTION X
- Players A1 and B1 violate the free throw lane provisions and restrictions during Player A2’s final free throw attempt. How is the play ruled if:
(a) The free throw attempt is successful?
(b) The free throw attempt is unsuccessful?
In both (a) and (b) no points may be scored and a jump ball between any two opponents takes place at the center circle.
RULE 6 - SECTION V - a - (3)
RULE 9 - SECTION I - PENALTY
- On an attempted free throw by Player A1, Players A2 and A3 take a position next to the 3-point line. Players B2 and B3 wish to take a defensive position inside (toward the free throw lane line) them. What are the restrictions on the players not lined up on the free throw lane lines?
All players not lined up on the free throw lane lines must remain behind the 3-point line above the free throw line extended until the ball is released by the shooter. If opponents want the same position, the
teammate of the shooter will have first choice.
RULE 9 - SECTION I - d
- While attempting to block a field goal attempt by Player A1, Player B1 comes in contact with Player A1’s shooting hand and the ball simultaneously. Is this a personal foul?
No. The hand is considered as part of the ball when it is in contact with the ball.
RULE 12B - SECTION I - e
- As soon as Player A1 releases the ball for a free throw, Player B1 leaves the foul lane to secure a better position against his opponent. Is this a violation?
No. Once the free throw shooter releases the ball, any player may change his position on the free throw lane lines and/or enter the “key” area. The free throw shooter is the only player whose movement is restricted after the ball is released. He may not step over the plane of the free throw line until the ball touches the basket ring or the backboard or
the free throw ends.
RULE 9 - SECTION I - b
- Player A1 scores a field goal and during the flight of the ball, Player B2 fouls Player A2. As Player A2 attempts his final free throw which will remain in play, the following occurs:
(1) Player B2 catches or deflects the free throw attempt before it reaches the basket.
(2) Player B2 touches the ball as it bounces on the rim. How are these situations handled?
(1) One point is awarded to Player A2. Player A2 will be awarded one additional free throw attempt.
(2) One point is awarded to Player A2. Team B is awarded the ball out-of-bounds as after any score.
RULE 9 - SECTION I - g and h
- Player A1 is awarded two free throw attempts. Following his first attempt it is brought to the attention of the officials that Team A and/or Team B had only four players on the court. How is this administered?
Since the ball will not be in play following the first free throw attempt, there is no penalty assessed. However, if this occurs after the second free throw attempt has been released, a technical foul will be assessed Team A and/or Team B. If both teams violate, no free throws are attempted.
RULE 12A - SECTION III - c - EXCEPTION
- During the first of multiple free throws, shooter A1 steps over the plane of the free throw line prior to the ball hitting the rim, backboard or it ends. Is this a violation?
Yes, the shooter may not violate this provision on any free throw attempt.
RULE 9 - SECTION I - b
RULE 9 - SECTION I - a - PENALTY and i
- Player A1 is fouled on a successful field goal attempt. As he releases the ball on his free throw attempt, Player B2 is guilty of disconcertion and Player A2 enters the “key” area too soon. What is the ruling?
Double violation. Play will resume with a jump ball at the center circle between any two opponents and no point can be scored.
RULE 9 - SECTION I - a
- Player A1 is fouled in the act of shooting by Player B1 with :00.0 remaining on the game clock. The game is in the fourth period and the score is tied. What is the procedure?
The officials must go to instant replay to see if the foul occurred with time remaining on the clock. If so, Player A1 will be awarded free throw attempts and time will be placed back on the clock according to the replay. If the foul occurs after the clock expired and the player was still in his shooting motion, the officials must determine that the ball
was released before the clock expired and if so, free throws will be administered accordingly. If the game clock expires before the ball is released, no common foul can be administered since the period has technically ended.
RULE 13 - SECTION I - a (2)
RULE 13 - SECTION II - b
- Player A1 has been awarded two free throw attempts. On the first attempt, Team B is erroneously allowed to have four players on the lane line. Following the first free throw attempt, an official recognizes the violation and requests that one of the players vacate the third spot. He then allows Player A1 a substitute free throw. Is this
correct?
No. Although it is the players’ responsibility to know the rule, the official was also in error for allowing two players in the third spot. Since the ball is not going to remain in play, the violation is ignored. If the violation occurs on a one-shot foul or the last of multiple free throw attempts and is unsuccessful, the official shall then award a substitute free throw.
RULE 9 - SECTION I - d - PENALTY
- Team A is in the penalty situation. Player A1 has just attempted his final free throw. While the ball is in the air, a personal foul is called on Player B2 for fouling Player A2. How is this play administered if:
(1) the free throw is successful?
(2) the free throw is unsuccessful?
(1) Player A2 will receive one free throw attempt
(2) Player A2 will receive one free throw attempt plus one penalty free throw attempt
RULE 12B - SECTION I - PENALTY (3) and (5)
- Player A1 is dribbling under the basket and behind the backboard when he is nudged out-of-bounds by Player B1. A foul is called on Player B1, and, as Player A1 is falling out-of-bounds, he attempts a field goal which must pass directly
behind the backboard. How many free throw attempts are awarded if this is the first team foul on Team B?
None. The ball is awarded to Team A at the free throw line extended on either side of the court. Since the basket cannot be counted if it goes
behind the backboard, it cannot be considered a field goal attempt. This is not to be confused with the foul which occurs in front of the backboard and momentum causes the field goal to be attempted directly behind the backboard.
RULE 8 - SECTION II - b
- Player A1 has secured possession of an unsuccessful field goal attempt. While still in the air, he is fouled by Player B1 as he attempts a field goal which is unsuccessful. How is the play administered if it is Team B’s:
(1) fourth team foul of the period, or
(2) fifth team foul of the period?
Player A1 is awarded two free throw attempts.
RULE 12B - SECTION I - PENALTY (4)
- With 2:57 remaining in the fourth period, a personal foul is called on Player B2 against Player A2 prior to the ball being released by Player A1 on a throw-in. What is the ruling?
Player A2 is awarded two free throw attempts regardless of the number of team fouls. If this same foul occurs with 2:00 or less remaining in the fourth and/or overtime period, an away-from-the-play foul will be assessed.
RULE 12B - SECTION I - PENALTY (7)
- Player A1 has a “3 on 1” advantage in his frontcourt and the play is approaching the vicinity of the free throw circle. Player B1 fouls Player A3 with Player A1 in possession of the ball. What is the ruling?
Regardless of the penalty situation, Player A3 shall be awarded two free throw attempts if neither Player A1 or Player A2 scores a field goal as
part of a legal continuous motion. In the event a successful field goal is scored on the play. Player A3 shall be awarded one free throw attempt.
RULE 12B - SECTION I - PENALTY (8)
- Player A1 is in the act of shooting a two-point field goal. Player B1 pushes Player A2 into Player A1 (the shooter) How is this play administered if Team B is in the penalty?
A personal foul is assessed Player B1. If the field goal attempt by Player A1 is successful, Player A2 is awarded one free throw attempt regardless of the penalty situation. If the field goal attempt is unsuccessful, Player A1 shall be awarded two free throw attempts.
RULE 12B - SECTION I - PENALTY (3) (4)
- With :03.9 remaining on the clock in the third period, Players A1 and B1 are in a jump ball situation. Player A1 “steals the tap” and is called for the violation. The game clock now indicates :03.1 to play. How is this handled?
The game clock is reset to :03.9. Time may not be reduced from the 24-second or game clock if the violation occurs before the ball is legally tapped.
RULE 2 - SECTION VIII - b
- When does the game clock start on the following plays?
(a) Jump ball.
(b) Throw-in from out-of-bounds.
(c) Missed free throw.
(a) When the ball is legally tapped by one of the jumpers.
(b), (c) When the ball is legally touched by any player on the court.
RULE 5 - SECTION VIII
- What is the simplest way to state when the game clock should be stopped?
The game clock stops:
(1) Each time an official sounds his whistle, or
(2) In the last minute of play in the first, second and third periods, if a field goal is successful, or
(3) In the last two minutes of play in the fourth period and/or overtime(s), if a field goal is successful.
RULE 5 - SECTION V
- Team A has possession of the ball in its backcourt as the period is nearing its end. Player A1 attempts to pass to Player A2 and, with the ball in the air, the horn sounds to end the period. Player B1 then deflects the pass (after the horn has sounded) and the ball now goes into Team B’s basket for a field goal. Is this a legal score by Team B?
The officials must go to the instant replay to see if the ball was deflected towards the basket before or after the period ended. If the deflection was before, the basket will count.
RULE 13 - SECTION I - a (1)
- Team A scores a field goal with 2:01 remaining in the fourth period. As the ball is
passing through the net the game clock indicates 2:00. Is it proper for the official timer to stop the game clock?
Yes. Anytime the ball is not actually in play during the last two minutes of the fourth period and/or overtime, the game clock shall be stopped.
RULE 2 - SECTION VIII - i
RULE 4 - SECTION XII
RULE 5 - SECTION V - b (2)
- Team A scores a field goal with 1:04 to play in the first period. Prior to the ball being inbounded, is it proper for the official timekeeper to stop the game clock at 1:00?
Yes. Any time the ball is not actually in play during the last minute of the first, second and third periods, the game clock shall be stopped.
RULE 2 - SECTION VIII - h
RULE 5 - SECTION V - b (1)
- Player A1 scores a field goal with :31.0 remaining on the game clock in the period. Following this, Player B2 attempts a field goal with one second remaining on the 24-second clock, which does not touch the basket ring. Player A1 secures possession of the ball and immediately calls timeout with: 05.0 on the game clock. What is the procedure regarding the amount of time remaining?
Officials shall direct the clock operator to reset the game clock to read :07.0. When the 24-second clock shows “0” and the field goal attempt fails to touch the basket ring, a 24-second violation has occurred.
RULE 7 - SECTION II - c (2)
- Team B scores a successful field goal with :27.0 remaining in the period and still trails, 121-120. Team A advances the ball into the frontcourt and with :04.0 on the game clock, Player A1 throws the ball towards the ceiling. Before the ball returns to the floor, both the 24-second clock and the game clock reads zero. What is the ruling?
Officials shall direct the official timer to reset the game clock to :03.0.
RULE 7 - SECTION II - c (2)
- Following a successful field goal by Team A with :01.0 left in the fourth period, Team B calls a timeout and exercises its option to advance the ball. On the inbounds pass by Player B1, the ball is kicked by Player A1 prior to being touched by any other player on the court. What is the correct procedure with the game clock?
The game clock shall remain at :01.0 since the clock does not start until the ball is legally touched by a player inbounds. Team B will retain possession at the original throw-in spot. RULE 2 - SECTION VIII - c RULE 5 - SECTION VIII - a (2) RULE 6 - SECTION I - h
- With :00.1 remaining in the fourth period, Player A1 is attempting a throw-in follow ing a 20-second timeout. The ball is inbounded to Player A2 who catches the ball and attempts a field goal. What is the ruling on this field goal attempt?
The official shall rule that the period has ended as soon as Player A2 has possession of the ball. The only legal play which can occur under these circumstances is a “tip-in”. If the offensive player secures control of the ball, the period is over.
COMMENTS ON THE RULES - L
- With :00.1 remaining in the third period, Player A2 tips a “high lob” throw-in from Player A1 which results in a successful field goal. Shall the field goal be scored?
If the ‘high lob’ is adjacent to the rim, Player A2 may tip or ‘slam dunk’ the ball. Player A2 may tip the ball from anywhere on the court with :00.1 or more remaining in the period. However, if the ball is a distance from the rim, the ball may not be controlled unless :00.3 or more remain on the game clock.
COMMENTS ON THE RULES - L
- With :00.2 remaining in the overtime period, Player A2 secures possession of an unsuccessful free throw attempt. While still in mid-air he immediately requests a timeout. How is this play administered?
The official shall rule that the period has ended. No less than :00.3 must expire on the game clock when a player secures possession of the ball. He does not have to be on the floor to secure possession of the ball.
COMMENTS ON THE RULES - L
- Following a successful field goal by Team B with 1:50 remaining in the fourth period, the inbounds pass is kicked by Player B2. What is the correct procedure with the:
(1) game clock,
(2) 24-second clock,
(3) spot of throw-in?
(1) Game clock shall remain at 1:50, since the ball had not been legally touched. (2) 24-second clock shall be set at 24 seconds. (3) Ball is awarded Team A on the baseline with all privileges remaining.
RULE 2 - SECTION VIII - c
RULE 6 - SECTION I - h
- Player A2 dribbles the ball into his frontcourt, following a successful field goal attempt with :27.2 remaining on the game clock. Upon reaching the frontcourt, Player A2 requests a timeout with :23.0 on the game clock and 20 seconds on the 24-second clock. Are the officials correct in resetting the game clock at this time?
No. The officials will reset the game clock to :03.2 ONLY if there is a 24-second violation. There is no way of knowing the “tenths” of a second on the 24-second clock unless there is 4.9 or less remaining on the shot clock.
RULE 7 - SECTION II - c (2)
- A throw-in enters the area above the basket cylinder. If any player interferes with the ball, is it considered a violation?
No. Goaltending or basket interference has not occurred. For either of these violations to occur, a ball which is alive must enter the cylinder area after having been legally touched on the playing court. All players must consider this type of play as an ordinary throw-in and anyone may attempt to gain possession of the ball without penalty.
RULE 11 - SECTION I - f
- Both teams are rebounding at Team A’s basket. Player B1 accidentally taps the ball into the cylinder area above the basket. At this point Player B2 bats the ball away while rebounding. Is this a violation?
Yes. This is a goaltending violation. Although a field goal attempt was not the cause of the ball being in the cylinder area, neither team may touch the ball.
RULE 11 - SECTION I - b
- Player A1 is on his downward motion about to dunk the ball. Player B1 blocks the attempt. Is this goaltending?
No. This is a legal defensive play. The rule states that a field goal attempt may not be touched on its downward flight toward the basket. There is no downward flight until the ball leaves Player A1’s hands.
RULE 11 - SECTION I - f
- A player of Team B blocks a field goal attempt after the whistle has been sounded for a personal foul. Is this goaltending?
No. A blocked shot by Team B after the whistle has sounded is part of a continuous defensive movement. So long as Player B does not violate
the goaltending rule, it is a legal defensive play.
RULE 11 - SECTION I
- Player A1 has tapped a jump ball and it is now on its downward flight toward his basket and has a chance to score. Is either team allowed to interfere with the ball?
No. Anytime a live ball is in flight from the playing court and has a chance to score, neither team is allowed to touch the ball.
RULE 11 - SECTION I - f
- At 1:23 of the fourth period, Player A1 is fouled by Player B1 while in the act of shooting. Player B2 is called for goaltending but the official has doubt whether the ball started its downward motion. How is this handled?
The officials will use Instant Replay to determine the status of the ball. If there is clear and conclusive visual evidence the ball did not start its
downward motion, Player A1 shall be awarded two free throw attempts. If replay confirms the ball had started its downward motion or is inconclusive, two points shall be awarded to Player A1 on the violation and he will receive one free throw attempt.
RULE 11 - SECTION I - PENALTY
- Player A1’s field goal attempt is on its downward flight toward the basket ring and/or backboard. The officials ascertain that the ball will not touch the basket ring and/or backboard. Player B2 or Player A2 bats the ball away or secures possession. Is this a violation?
A live ball from the playing court must have a chance to score for goaltending or basket interference to occur.
RULE 11 - SECTION I - f
- Player A1 is fouled in the act of shooting. The field goal attempt enters the cylinder area and Player A2 commits offensive basket interference. How many free throw attempts are awarded?
Two. The violation nullifies the possibility of a successful field goal. Therefore, it is administered the same as any other unsuccessful field goal attempt.
RULE 11 - SECTION I - PENALTY
- Player A1 attempts a field goal that bounces off the basket ring and continues in play. Either immediately before or as the ball hits the basket ring, Player B1 makes contact with the net. Is this a goal tending violation?
No. The mere fact that Player B1 touches or pulls the net is not in itself a goaltending violation. The contact must be such that it is the primary cause for the field goal attempt being missed. As an added clarification to this ruling, the same applies to the slapping of the backboard.
RULE 11 - SECTION I - h
178 Player B2 is pushed by Player A2 on an unsuccessful two-point field goal attempt by Player A1. The contact causes Player B2 to interfere with the ball which is still in the cylinder. What is the ruling?
Award two points to Team A for a goaltending violation. Player A2 is charged with a loose ball foul. Free throws may or may not be awarded
depending on the penalty situation.
RULE 11 - SECTION I - b
- Player A1’s field goal attempt is on its downward flight toward the basket when time expires indicating the end of the period. After the horn has sounded, the ball is touched by:
(1) Player A3,
(2) Player B3.
What is the ruling?
(1) The period ends when the ball is touched by an offensive player
(2) The field goal shall be ruled successful
RULE 5 - SECTION III - a (1) and (3)
RULE 11 - SECTION I - f
- Player A1’s attempted “slam dunk” hits him on the head prior to clearing the net, causing the ball to return back up through the basket ring. What is the ruling?
Player A1 shall be charged with offensive basket interference, and the ball shall be awarded to Team B at the free throw line extended.
RULE 5 - SECTION I - a
RULE 11 - SECTION I - i
- Player A1’s field goal attempt is rolling on the basket ring and drops off the edge. What is the ruling if Player A2 or Player B2 touches the ball at this time?
No violation. Since the ball has dropped off the edge of the basket ring, the field goal attempt has ended and any player may touch the ball.
RULE 11 - SECTION I - a
- The ball is rolling around the top or inside of the basket ring on a field goal/ free throw attempt by Player A1. The basket ring is contacted by:
(1) Player B1, or
(2) Player A2.
What is the ruling?
(1) Goaltending has occurred
(2) Basket interference has occurred.
Officials do not have to determine whether the contact caused the field goal attempt to be successful or unsuccessful.
RULE 11 - SECTION I - a
- Player B2 grasps the basket in an attempt to block Player A1’s field goal attempt. However, the field goal attempt is blocked by Player B1, preventing Player B2 from making contact with the ball, Player A1 has the ball in his possession when
Player B2 hangs on the basket ring. What is the ruling?
A non-unsportsmanlike technical foul is assessed Player B2. The ball is awarded to Team A at the free throw line extended on either side of the
court.
RULE 12A - SECTION IV - b
