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The OP situation is similar to
"Case Book 5.2.3 SITUATION: A1 completes the throw-in to A2 to begin the secodn half. A2 is confused and dribbles toward the basket Team A used during the first half and dunks the ball into the basket of Team B.
RULING: Legal goal. Two points are awarded to Team B. The ball is bounced to a player of Team A out of bounds at the basket of Team B. Team A may put the ball in play from anywhere along the end line as after any score by Team B (earned or awarded)."
Notice that the ball being bounced to a player of Team A, indicates that an official has taken control of the ball. In such a case, it is appropriate that the official stop the clock, and verify that the score is correctly credited to Team B, and in so doing, the teams are informed of the correct direction of play.
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