Lane Violation

[Gmanmcgoofy]

John,

It would depend on whether or not the play was making a move to the basket. If he was going to attempt a shot within the 3 second violation, I would let the violation go. If the player has no desire to attempt a shot, but is over the 3 second violation, then I would have to call a violation. I am generalizing here, but most officials will allow the player to make a move if he hasn't been in the key for over two seconds and goes directly to the basket or into the motion of shooting. It has to do with the advantage/disadvantage idea of officiating.
Hope this helps.

Gman