NBA vs. FIBA 3-Second Rule: A Referee's Question

QuestionQUESTION: Hi, I抦 a referee here with my local association. I think NBA rules are same on offensive 3 secs as FIBA which is what is played here in N

Understanding Reach-In Fouls in Basketball: A Clear Explanation

QuestionHi, Theres so much ambiguity and confusion when it comes to the reach-in foul. Just wanted to know from a professional in this sport what it reall

Understanding Basketball Violations & Fouls: A Detailed Guide

QuestionQUESTION: Hi, I have two questions for you: 1. does the 3 sec violation only apply to the offensive team when they are in the paint, or can the d

Correcting Shooting Lean: A Guide for Improved Accuracy

QuestionHi, Dan, Im a pretty good shooter but my friends have been commenting that I seem to drift to the right or lean to the right when I shoot. I was o

A Day in the Life of a Retired Coach and Teacher

QuestionQUESTION: What is a typical day like for you? ANSWER: Since I am retired my days are anything but typical.  When I was coaching and teaching

High School Basketball: Backcourt Violation Rule Explained

QuestionHigh school rules, inbounding the ball from the sideline in the frontcourt.  Ball was passed towards the backcourt.  The player receiving

Preventing Finger Injuries for Basketball & Piano Players

QuestionHi Coach Jones, Recently Ive had a slight injury in my left hand pinky while playing basketball. I went to a nearby reflexologist who massaged my

Why Do NBA Games Often Come Down to the Final Minutes?

QuestionWhy are so many games, especially NBA decided in the last few minutes or in OT? Does this reflect team parity, or is it more a reflection of the ru

NBA Three-Second Rule: Foot Placement & Violations Explained

QuestionDoes a player have to have both feet in the lane or a foot or part of a foot to be in violation? AnswerA player only needs part of one foot in the

Basketball Basket Interference Rule: Analysis of Syracuse vs. NC State Play

QuestionHello, I would like to first thank you for taking the time to field my question. In reference to last nights Syracuse / North Carolina State game

Basketball Rules: Buzzer Beater & Interference - Does It Count?

QuestionMy question involves a shot that is taken at the end of a game. Theoretically Team A is down by 2 with the ball and with .1 seconds left in the gam

Basketball Rule Analysis: The Over-and-Back Situation

QuestionHi Bret, I witnessed a play in a high school basketball game a few months back that Ive been curious about for quite some time and I thought that

European Basketball Terminology: American English Equivalents

QuestionI am translating a book from Italian to American English, and there is a lot about basketball in the beginning. What is being discussed is European

Backcourt Violation Explained: Rules & How to Avoid Them

Questionteam A inbounds the ball in backcourt.  player A receives the ball and quickly passes the ball to player B who is standing in the frontcourt n

Basketball Dribbling Rules: Legal Leg Dribbles & Defensive Strategies

Question1) Why is it legal to bounce a basketball between an opponents legs? Shouldnt this be considered carrying the ball, especially if the ball doesnt t

Using Sports Balls in Indoor Arenas: Basketball vs. Alternatives

Question bell   can i use a sports bell in a (basketball) indoor arena?         Thanks AnswerI will assume

Basketball Legal Play? Analyzing a Risky Offensive Maneuver

QuestionIve never seen anyone do these in a game - but I believe especially the second one would be an effective move to shake a defender: 1. If a player

Basketball: Understanding Carries & Illegal Dribbling - Expert Explanation

QuestionHello there, Would this be considered a carry in basketball: I am dribbling the ball and I do a carry(my hand goes directly underneath the ball) bu

Basketball Carry Rule: Is It a Travel or a Violation?

QuestionHello, Would this be considered a carry in basketball: I am dribbling the ball and I do a carry(my hand goes directly underneath the ball) but afte

Basketball Rules: Can You Dribble After Catching an Airball?

QuestionIs throwing the ball up in the air and catching and dribbling legal. AnswerDevin, If you mean passing to yourself no you cannot do that, that wou