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Originally Posted by Stripes33
Bonus free throw attempt by A1, ball has been bounced to the shooter. Horn sounds immediately after A1 receives the ball as B1 approaches table. Ball is then taken back from shooter because of the distraction. Question: Do you allow the sub in at this point or do you make them wait? Rule cited to justify either?
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Is the ball dead? Answer that and you answer your question.
I will say that in these cases it's best to take the ball back and reset. There are many cases where "the whistle" only stops play, but there are some where you need to exercise common sense.