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Originally Posted by bob jenkins
The ROP procedure is for exactly this situation.
If A is still in the huddle put the ball on the floor. A must call a TO, or violate (either by 10 seconds elapsing or entering the FT semi-circle).
If B is still in the huddle, give the ball to A and indicate a delayed violation on B. Repeat the process if the first shot is good.
Any second delay is a T.
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Not that I don't believe you, but could you cite the rule for a violation on A1 if they enter the FT circle after the ball is placed on the floor? What is the point of going through all this motion when really the only two options are a violation or a Timeout? Why wouldn't the rules state: If A1 isn't in the Semicircle when the official is ready to administer the FT, a whistle shall be sounded and the coach is given the option for a TO or FT violation.
This would save time I think. As no coach knows the rule well enough to think about going for a TOP or just taking the violation.