Opponents Distracting Free Thrower ...

[bob jenkins]

Originally Posted by BillyMac

Thanks bob jenkins. Possibly another nail in the coffin for those who have claimed that opponent only refers to the opposing five players on the court.

Case Play:

A.R. 236. The ball is at the disposal of A1 for a free throw and as they attempt
the try, (1) B1 or (2) bench personnel B6 disconcerts A1. The try is unsuccessful.
RULING: In (1) and (2), the officials shall rule disconcertion and
award A1 a substitute free throw.
(Rules 8-5.1.f, 9-1.1.f and 9-1 Penalty d.3)