Quote:
Originally Posted by bellnier
No. It is NOT obvious. In each case the player has already made his attempt and missed. His opportunity to score 2 or 3 points, depending on his location on the court, was NOT changed by the foul AFTER the shot was released. The FTs are awarded because a shooter in the air must be protected. He is equally vulnerable in both cases, but the award is different.
|
You lost me on this one. I think the only explanation is what BNR stated about knowing what an airborne shooter is or not.
Peace