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[Camron Rust]

Originally Posted by AllPurposeGamer

Well I stand corrected with regard to NCAA-W. At every other level, I've read/heard that either formally or informally, many felt that standing right near the basket wasn't "legitimate" defense...and why part of the rule states that defenders are allowed to jump up, in an attempt to block the ball, whilst in the RA since that is seen as playing "legitimate" defense.

They may have stated that....but underneath it all, it was about scoring.

[APG]

Originally Posted by Camron Rust

They may have stated that....but underneath it all, it was about scoring.

Yes, it is a byproduct of the rule...one that I'm guessing most people are happy with. Offense puts butts in the seats, defense wins championships.