[Damian]

It actually works about 1 out of 5. Usually in Jr High. The main thing to remember is not to be a part of the ruse. Make sure you use proper mechanics, get on the correct side. Call out the color and point as you would always do. The lead should be under the basket (alone). Othewise, you are helping the team in a trick play.

On the other end, I had a game where an A player got an offensive rebound after a scramble for the ball. Everyone took off down the court. The A caoch even had him come over to tell him a play before he went down the court. I am looking at his thinking "second half, they are shooting at this end..there is going to be a backcourt any minute". Sure enough. As soon as he stepped on the line, I blew the whistle and called the backcourt. I think I was the only one in the gym that realized it. As soon as I made the call, the coach just about fell ove.