Bob is right with the rule. Not sure what you meant by the arrow is set sooner than this. By definition...
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“Alternating-possession control is established and the initial direction of the possession arrow is set toward the opponent’s basket when:
ART. 1 . . . A player secures control of the ball, as after the jump ball beginning the game and each extra period.
ART. 2 . . . The ball is placed at the disposal of the free thrower after a *common foul when the bonus free throw is in effect.
ART. 3 . . . The ball is placed at the disposal of the thrower after:
a. A violation during or following the jump before a player secures control.
b. The free throws for a noncommon foul.
c. A common foul before the bonus free throw is in effect.”
Excerpt From: NFHS & Theresia Wynns. “2014-15 Basketball Rules Book.” NFHS. iBooks.
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