[BillyMac]

Disclaimer: For IAABO eyes only. Below is not a NFHS interpretation, it's only an IAABO International interpretation which obviously doesn't mean a hill of beans to most members of this Forum.

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IAABO Play Commentary Correct Answer: This is a traveling violation.

When White #32 ends his dribble, he has his back to the basket with his right foot in contact with the floor. The right foot becomes the pivot foot when his left foot touches in a step. (4-44-2b.1) After he steps with the left foot, he lifts the right foot (the pivot foot) and places it back to the floor as he turns to face the basket to attempt the try. This is a traveling violation. (4-44-3a)

The fact that nearly 35% of respondents view this as a legal play shows this is a growth area for our membership. Complicating matters, the move is a very smooth and athletic play that isn't enforced consistently at higher levels. Some rules codes (NBA, FIBA) have even gone to a "zero step," which legalizes the move. So many players, coaches, and fans will not understand why it is illegal at the high school level. We need to continue to learn how to identify the pivot foot and penalize accordingly when it is lifted and placed back to the floor before a try is attempted.

Here is the breakdown of the IAABO members that commented on the video: This is a traveling violation 65% (including me). This is not a traveling violation 35%.