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Originally posted by jimcrket:
Incidentally, the rule would refer to basket interference specifically. As I interpret it, the backboard is a part of the "basket" and therefore any act which alters the position of the rim, basket or support and prevents a ball from having the opportunity to go through the hoop is interferring with the flight or path of the shot.[/QUOTE]
Gotta disagree with the last couple of interpretations. First, the backboard is NOT part of the basket--they are considered separately. Second, as Bob implied, there is no goaltending or basket interference with regard to slapping the backboard, and no room to use "common sense" to count the basket despite the rule. Casebook situation 10.3.6 is very specific that the basket does not count if it doesn't go in. Again, the clarification says "intentionally" slapping the backboard. So, at best, if the slap on a follow-through after a block attempt causes the basket or backboard to shake and results in the ball missing, your "T" explanation ought to indicate that you considered it an intentional act. If clearly not intentional, then it's simply a no call and play continues. (I see Bob beat me to the response, but I'll post my reply anyway to reinforce what he said.)