When to stop closely guarded count?

[Nevadaref]

Originally Posted by rockyroad

Soooooo...B1 obtains LGP on A1 and is withinn the 6 foot distance. You start the 5 second count, and on 2, B1 turns around and now has his back to A1 while yelling at the post player to play better defense. You keeping that count going? He had LGP and is still within 6 feet, so it fits the rules. Not sure I would keep a count going on that one though. What'cha think boss?

I definitely continue to count.
4-23-3b "The guard is not required to continue facing the opponent."

Edited to correct the article number of rule citation.