Tough sideline call

[Jurassic Referee]

Originally Posted by BillyMac

Rule 4 SECTION 7 BLOCKING, CHARGING
c. There must be reasonable space between two defensive players or a
defensive player and a boundary line to allow the dribbler to continue in
his/her path. If there is less than 3 feet of space, the dribbler has the greater
responsibility for the contact.

Only applicable if the defender has a legal position on the court before the contact.....

Doesn't apply to a defender and dribbler with converging paths.

[TimTaylor]

Originally Posted by Jurassic Referee

Only applicable if the defender has a legal position on the court before the contact.....

Doesn't apply to a defender and dribbler with converging paths.

I agree....from the description in the OP the defender never established LGP.