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Originally Posted by BillyMac
A player may slide on the floor while trying to secure a loose ball until that player’s momentum stops. At that point that player cannot attempt to get up or rollover. A player securing a ball while on the floor cannot attempt to stand up unless that player starts a dribble. A player in this situation may also pass, shoot, or request a timeout. If the player is flat on his or her back, that player may sit up without violating. |
Let me add one more wrinkle. Can a player who is sitting down - lay down -or can a player who is laying down - sit up - then lay back down?