[QUOTE=billyu2;901029]
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Originally Posted by Rob1968
QUOTE: "This case deals with throwing the ball off the opponent's backboard or an official, not pushing it to the floor."
It has long been understood that the reason for considering "throwing the ball off the opponent's backboard or an official," to be the start of a dribble, is because, doing so, is the same as "pushing it to the floor."
Not only is it just "understood" - it is Basketball Rules Fundamental #19.
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Thanks, Billy. I often subtly express my perception of subject material to avoid sounding sarcastic or overly argumentative, either of which can dampen a lively discussion rather quickly. To some, that subtlety is perceived as ignorance of the substantive content behind my premise, and they tell me to read rules or definitions. To others, such expression invites a comunal discussion rather than a one on one debate, and I enjoy the former much more.