The Most Misunderstood NFHS Basketball Rules ...

[BillyMac]

Originally Posted by BryanV21

I'm missing where this applies to a shooter fumbling a shot attempt, and whether that is traveling or not.

I've once again deleted the "fumble scenario". If I can't explain something to a coach, it's not going to be on my list.

In a real game, I'm allowing the fumble to be picked up, but not dribbled again.

[BillyMac]

Originally Posted by BillyMac

I've once again deleted the "fumble scenario".

... Because we can't get 100% agreement on this situation. See Camron Rust's post #10.

Here's what I deleted:

When an airborne shooter fumbles the ball (while still in the air) instead of releasing the ball on a try, unintentionally drops the ball, and then returns to the floor and secures possession of the ball, it’s a traveling violation because the airborne shooter didn't shoot or pass before landing and picking up the ball.

This may be true, or it may not be true, so it's no longer on the list.

[BillyMac]

Originally Posted by BillyMac

When an airborne shooter fumbles the ball (while still in the air) instead of releasing the ball on a try, unintentionally drops the ball, and then returns to the floor and secures possession of the ball, it’s ...

Originally Posted by BillyMac

In a real game, I'm allowing the fumble to be picked up ...

I'm basing this on two old adages, one can always pick up a fumble, and one has to be holding the ball to travel.

What say you Camron Rust? I'm always interested in your take on such matters.