Play of the Day #129 (2020-21)

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The play described below is provided for your review and discussion. The rulings given are based on NFHS rules. NCAA rulings may be different.

A-5 receives the ball in the low post with his back to the basket.  A-5 takes one quick dribble and, after ending his dribble, steps with his right foot into the middle of the lane.  While A-5 is stepping, B-5 fouls A-5.  A-5 continues his move to the basket by lifting his left foot, spinning on the right foot and putting the left back on the floor.  A-5 then lays the ball in the basket.

Handle the situation.


Since A-5 has started his motion to shoot, continuous motion applies.  A-5 has been fouled in the act of shooting.  However, since A-5 traveled after the foul, no goal can be scored.  A-5 will be awarded two free throws.

(References: Rule 4-11)


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About Paul Behr

A former high school basketball coach and a former ABA basketball official. An IAABO-certified basketball official for 43 years and currently an active high school basketball official in South Carolina. President of IAABO Board 403 in South Carolina and also Board 403’s Interpreter.

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