Slapping Backboard

[BryanV21]

Originally Posted by chymechowder

I'm not trying to make the case that it should be BI in NFHS. Just getting a feel for when, if ever, you guys would call a T for it.

Say B is leading by 2 pts. A1 releases the ball on a layup try with 3 secs remaining. The ball is rolling around the ring when B1 slaps the backboard, causing it to slightly vibrate. The ball falls off the ring as time expires.

Ruling?

Technical foul on B1.

It's not basket interference, as touching the backboard while the ball is in the ring is not a violation. However, it is a tech for slapping the backboard without a legit reason for doing so (like following through while trying to block a shot).

And yes... it may be unfair for Team A, as they would have to hit the free throws instead of getting the two points for BI, but that's the rule. So go ahead with all the "it's an unfair strategy for Team B to use" stuff.