The "And 1"

[Dan_ref]

Originally Posted by jmaellis

So, this is really my ultimate question. Should the basis upon which the official makes the decision to call (or not call) the foul be:

1. Whether of not the shooter was placed at a perceived disadvantage because of the foul; or
2. Whether or not the shooter achieved his intended goal (in this case a basket) in spite of the foul, whether or not the foul put the player at a disadvantage?

Good questions.

Simply put: sometimes 1, sometimes 2, sometimes neither.



IMO this is all stuff you shouldn't worry all that much about putting in your games right now, concentrate on understanding the rules as written, making solid calls all the time, communicating well with your partner and maintaining good position.