The Most Misunderstood NFHS Basketball Rules ...

[Raymond]

There are gaps and blind spots in the rules where differing interpretations can be justified.

Knowing how to explain one's particular interpretation requires communication skills and knowledge of the rule & case books.

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[BillyMac]

Originally Posted by Raymond

There are gaps and blind spots in the rules where differing interpretations can be justified.

Is Raymond saying that this situation may be one of those blind spots?

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 ...

... with differing evidence used to show that this situation could be legal, or illegal.

If that's what he is saying, then I can agree with him, and this controversial situation will remain off of my list.

Stupid NFHS.

[BillyMac]

If this happens in my next game, and I hope that it doesn't, I'm calling it like this:

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 ...

Originally Posted by BillyMac

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.

While old adages are certainly no substitute for rule or interpretation citations, fumbles are probably covered by purpose and intent.