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Originally Posted by just another ref
The rule book doesn't mention that the player can't roll over.
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You're correct. The rulebook doesn't say that a player can't roll over, but the casebook does say that a player can't roll over.
4.44.5 SITUATION B: A1 dives for a loose ball and slides after gaining control.
A1 is in a position either on his/her back or stomach. What can A1 do without
violating? RULING: A1 may pass, shoot, start a dribble or call a time-out.
Once
A1 has the ball and is no longer sliding, he/she may not roll over.
I get what you're saying, but let's not confuse the issue for rookies, and for those that just joined the discussion.