bob jenkins wrote:
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Even if they didn't, the general rule-of-thumb / benefit of the doubt is that it's a 2-point shot unless proven to be a 3-point shot.
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WOW that is revealing. Is this "general rule of thumb" published somewhere?
A player is trying a three point attempt close to the 3 point line and it is doubtful that her foot is "touching" the line so you penalize her effort?
From a fan's perspective.
Shots from the three point line score more because they are more difficult. An inch or a millimeter on or above the line makes no significant difference in that difficulty. Three points are awarded if a player jumps from behind the line and shoots while inside the line. The general rule of thumb should be to score the three if it is in doubt. It is no less difficult than the three scored while airborne. The close call should go to the shooter since 30% is excellent for a 3 point shooting percentage and chances are 2 to 1 against making the shot to begin with.
I wonder do you use the same "general rule of thumb" on out of bounds calls? When in doubt do you call the player out?
When in doubt do you call the foul?
When in doubt do you call traveling?
When in doubt you should allow the play to continue as intended by the players. If a player intends a three point shot and you think maybe her foot touched the line you should call the three unless you are sure it's a two. She earned it and you are taking it away on your doubt.