Play of the Day #169 (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.

B-1 reaches in and fouls dribbler A-1 at the division line.  After the whistle, A-1 continues to dribble to the basket and dunks the ball.

Handle the situation.


There is no way to consider this a continuing play.  A-1 has dunked a dead ball. A technical foul must be charged to A-1.  If Team A is in the bonus, A-1 will attempt the free throw(s) with no players lined up along the free throw lane.  Team B will be awarded two free throws and the ball at the division line opposite the table for a designated spot throw-in.

(References: Rule 10-4-3)


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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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