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Originally Posted by Robert Goodman
Would it ever make a practical difference? If the guarding player were farther away, what are the chances a block/charge determination would ever be needed?
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Actually, it is. There are several block-charge plays that start with the defender in LGP or establish LGP more than 6 feet away, like a fast break. The reference is completely incorrect and not how the rule even reads. Because you have to first establish LGP and you have to maintain it. Requiring 6 feet would change the application of the rule totally.
Peace