The dribbler was not challenged by a defender, so there was no chance of a foul being committed. The play was not near a sideline, so there was no OB violation possible. The clock wasn't near 00:00, so there was no last second shot to be concerned about. 10-second rule? Not likely since A1 bolted up the court right away.
When this happens, the
only job the T has has is to ensure that all 3 points cross the division line.
It's pretty bad when you screw up your only job, especially when it wasn't even close, and right at the end of the game.
I've said it before and it remains true: if fate has it that you will screw this call up, do it with 8:04 left in the first NCAA-half. People will barely remember it then. They will remember a blown call with 42 seconds left in the game.
You have to start strong and finish strong. Yes, I've learned the hard way.
