Free throw violation
 

A1 is the free throw shooter- B1 is the defense occupying a lane space. B1 steps into the lane early- A1 shoots- completely misses the rim-
My question- is does A1 get to shoot again- this is the 2nd shot of 2.

Thanks

Double violation, unless you say that because of B1 stepping in, A1 was disconcerted and was caused to shoot the airball, then they would get the 2nd shot over! And they would have a good argument for it too!

Free Violation
 

So your saying since its a double violation- you go to the Alternating Possession??

If all B1 did was step into the lane early, I've got a double violation. Go AP.

yes, if you don't say the shooter was disconcerted and allow them to shoot again, Arrow!

Exactly.

This is where you would have to judge if A1 was disconcerted. It's (the OP)worded that you have B1 stepping into the lane THEN A1 shooting. Could be/may not be disconcertion...you decide.

But, normally, the ball is in the air when the B1's of the world violate, trying to time the "hit on the rim/backboard". That's double violation and AP

So, you'd call a violation on B-1, if he stepped in right when the ball was going to touch the rim, but happened to fall a hair short?

If B-1 stepped in after the ball had clearly missed, then it's not a violation because the FT was over.

So, in your scenario, no violation.

Bill, you and I should both know an official can't possibly see both of those happen at the same time!!:D

It isn't exact... but this is a case play.

I believe the play in the case book the shooter steps on the line and then B commits a violation.

9.1.3 Sit H

That's it...
 

Thanks, Nevada! I was away from my books when I posted.

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No because two different officials are watching for each of those things.:p

Then who decides which happens first?;)

Following is a NFHS Basketball Rules Interpretation from 1995-96. It sort of fits this situation but not exactly:

SITUATION #17: A1 is preparing to attempt the first of two free throws. B1, who is occupying a marked lane space, fakes as if to enter the lane prematurely. A1 releases the ball but it does not strike the ring or enter the basket.

RULING: The violation for faking applies only to players along the lane and only if an opponent enters the lane early because of the fake. However, in this situation the administering official may judge that the fake disconcerted A1. If disconcertion is called, the violation by A1 is disregarded and a substitute throw is awarded. If disconcertion is not ruled, A1's violation cancels the first attempt and the second attempt is awarded. (9-1-3,4, Penalty 3)

I have the remaining interps from 95-96, but am not sure how to post them.

Technical foul on A2 for knowingly shooting A1's FT.

That all depends upon who has the fastest whistle!:) Just kidding.

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