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Originally posted by WeekendRef
In name only was I the R during the game (I administered the jump ball and possesion for the 2nd half) .
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Based upon this, I can say that your partner was incorrect by rule to alter your decision regarding the clock.
ONLY the REFEREE can instruct the timer to adjust the clock.
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The referee shall: ...Decide matters upon which the timer and scorer disagree and correct obvious timing errors.
Even though you were correct according to the rules, I would more than likely follow the lead and advice of my mentor and DI official friend in a situation like this.
If I were the mentor, I would advise my inexperienced partner, probably even strongly implore, but I would let him make the final decision because that is what the rules say to do.