Using the body to control the dribble

[JRutledge]

Originally Posted by BigT

I try to go around my back and my hip gets in the way and helps me control the dribble so I can maintain it.

I am dribbling between my legs and start to lose it use my leg to push it back to my left hand to continue the dribble.

I am looking through the book to find something on this. I know people have called an illegal dribble when using hips, thighs, etc to help dribble or control the ball. Cant remember why this is sometimes called and sometimes not. That is why I wanted to start this discussion.

What you are describing, I see mostly as a player losing the ball. Not sure there is a reason to call an illegal dribble or any violation.

Peace