Errant Pass

[Valley Man]

NEVADAREF ... now that is what I am after .. which year is the case play? THANKS

[BillyMac]

Originally Posted by Nevadaref

For the situation in the OP, there is an NFHS play ruling in which B1 grabs a rebound, pivots, and attempts an outlet pass to a teammate who runs away without knowing that the pass was thrown his way. B1 runs over and collects the ball after it has bounced on the court. The ruling is that this is a legal play and that the action constitutes a dribble by B1.

2003-04 NFHS Basketball Rules Interpretations
Situation 6: A1 jumps from the floor and secures a defensive re-bound. A1 then pivots toward the sideline where a teammate, A2, is standing for an outlet pass. Just as A1 releases the pass, A2 turns and runs down the court. A1 throws a soft bounce pass to where A2 was standing. A1 then moves and secures the ball without dribbling. RULING: Legal action. A1 had the pivot foot on the floor and began a dribble by throwing the ball to the floor (the bounce pass); the dribble ended when A1 secured the ball. Upon reaching the ball, A1 also could have continued the dribble. (4-15-3,4)

[BillyMac]

Originally Posted by Raymond

Pro-Am ... A1 throws a pass intended for a teammate ... A1 retrieves the pass ...violation ...https://official.nba.com/rulebook/

Thanks Raymond.

NBA Section XIII—Traveling
A player may not be the first to touch his own pass unless the ball touches his backboard, basket ring or another player.

So this below would be illegal by NBA rules. Interesting.

Originally Posted by BillyMac

2003-04 NFHS Basketball Rules Interpretations
Situation 6: A1 jumps from the floor and secures a defensive re-bound. A1 then pivots toward the sideline where a teammate, A2, is standing for an outlet pass. Just as A1 releases the pass, A2 turns and runs down the court. A1 throws a soft bounce pass to where A2 was standing. A1 then moves and secures the ball without dribbling. RULING: Legal action. A1 had the pivot foot on the floor and began a dribble by throwing the ball to the floor (the bounce pass); the dribble ended when A1 secured the ball. Upon reaching the ball, A1 also could have continued the dribble. (4-15-3,4)

Seems odd to me to see a rulebbok without the slashed pronoun his/her.

[BillyMac]

Originally Posted by BillyMac

... does the NBA have an "intent and purpose" clause in its rulebook, and is it similar to the NFHS clause?

Guides For Administration And Application Of The NBA Rules

Each official should have a definite and clear conception of their overall responsibilities. It is essential for them to know, understand and implement the rules as intended. If all officials possess the same conception there will be a guaranteed uniformity in the administration of all contests.

The restrictions placed upon the player by the rules are intended to create a balance of play, equal opportunity for the defense and the offense, provide reasonable safety and protection for all players and emphasize cleverness and skill without unduly limiting freedom of action of player or team.

The purpose of penalties is to compensate a player who has been placed at a disadvantage through an illegal act of an opponent and to restrain players from committing acts which, if ignored, might lead to roughness even though they do not affect the immediate play.

[Raymond]

Originally Posted by BillyMac

Guides For Administration And Application Of The NBA Rules

Each official should have a definite and clear conception of their overall responsibilities. It is essential for them to know, understand and implement the rules as intended. If all officials possess the same conception there will be a guaranteed uniformity in the administration of all contests.

The restrictions placed upon the player by the rules are intended to create a balance of play, equal opportunity for the defense and the offense, provide reasonable safety and protection for all players and emphasize cleverness and skill without unduly limiting freedom of action of player or team.

The purpose of penalties is to compensate a player who has been placed at a disadvantage through an illegal act of an opponent and to restrain players from committing acts which, if ignored, might lead to roughness even though they do not affect the immediate play.

One thing to remember about NBA officials that does not apply to high school nor college officials.

All NBA officials come through an NBA developmental program where they are taught the same philosophies and principles.

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[BillyMac]

Originally Posted by Raymond

All NBA officials come through an NBA developmental program where they are taught the same philosophies and principles.

Similar to what IAABO International strives to accomplish with their various educational materials, study guides, videos, newsletters, seminars, etc.

Unfortunately, these consistent IAABO philosophies and principles often get diluted as they trickle down through the state and local levels.

A local IAABO board is only as good as it's most recent interpreter (trainer).

The only live professional basketball I'm exposed to is the WNBA Connecticut Sun.

When I watch these games I'm always impressed by the officials, their confidence, their skill, and their consistency, as if they're all made from the same mold.