FT question...

[ChuckElias]

Originally posted by JohnBark
i read that the restrictions on players is until the ball hits the ring, backboard or until the FT end is 9-10. so, the ball could hit the backboard first,which would allow players to enter the lane and then hit the ring and still be a legal free throw action.

The rule citation is actually 9-1-10, but yes, you're correct. The players may enter the lane once the ball hits the backboard.

however 9-3 is the rule reference for the FT "He/she shall throw within 10 seconds to cause the ball to enter the basket or touch the ring before the free throw ends."

Again, the rule is 9-1-3, but again, you're correct.

The players may enter the lane once the ball hits the backboard. But the FT shooter still must hit the rim or else he/she has violated.