You didn't even know the rule existed but you're now sure that the spirit of the rule hasn't been violated. Caught again and you're covering your tracks. Who here is surprised?
Yes, the rule is designed to prevent players from shooting a shot or shots during dead ball periods. No, it doesn't have to be a lay-up drill to be considered a violation of this rule. The rule isn't designed to penalize a player who takes a shot as a continuation of play, after the whistle is blown.
And, no one here has advocated calling the T. Why? Because we don't call the game strictly by the rule book. Nor do we ignore things that must be called. This is a situation where judgment, combined with rules knowledge, makes the decision.
Brian, I don't have a problem with the T you called. The coach was obviously trying to show you up. Whether he was a good shot or not is of no consequence.
[Edited by BktBallRef on Jul 1st, 2002 at 10:46 AM]