2 step rule... help please

[Dan_ref]

Originally posted by ilovebasketball
I'm still new to this game so I will need your expertise. In which situations can a player be allowed to take two steps to do the lay up? For example, while standing still, a player receives a pass, can such player take two steps to do the lay up?

Much thanks.

Not without dribbling the ball, according to NCAA & NFHS
rules (college & HS). I don't know about the pro rules or
FIBA, but we got some of those types here that can help.

In NCAA & NFHS rules the travel rule relies, generally, on
the pivot foot. In your case the pivot foot is established
when the first step is taken - it's the other foot. The
pivot foot cannot be lifted before a dribble (not your
play), nor can it be lifted and put back to the floor while
the player holds the ball (your play).