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A throw-in which touches the floor, or any object on or outside the boundary line, or touches anything above the playing surface is a violation. The ball must be thrown directly inbounds. EXCEPTION: Rule 8—Section III—c. PENALTY: Violation of this rule is loss of possession, and the ball must be inbounded at the previous spot of the throw-in.
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Jun 6, 2024 · The boundaries of a basketball court are used to determine if the ball or a player goes out of bounds. There are rules associated with being out of bounds as a player. When the ball goes out of bounds, a throw-in, or sometimes a jump ball, is used to put the ball back into play. Read on to learn more about out of bounds in basketball.
A1 jumps from inbounds to retrieve an errant pass near a boundary line. A1 catches the ball while in the air and tosses it back to the court. A1 lands out of bounds and (a) is the first to touch the ball after returning inbounds; (b) returns inbounds and immediately dribbles the ball; or (c) picks up the ball after returning to the court and then begins a dribble.
- Traveling. When a player illegally moves one or both of their feet, a traveling violation is called. The referee will put both arms in front of their face and move them in a circle to signal a traveling.
- Double Dribble. A double dribble occurs when a player dribbles the ball, picks it up, and then dribbles again. The referee puts both of their hands in front of them with their palms down, then alternates moving them up and down to signal a double dribble has occurred.
- Carrying the Basketball. A carrying violation is called when a player is dribbling the basketball and puts their hand under it, then continues dribbling.
- 3-Second Violation. Players are only allowed 3 seconds in the paint -- a 12x16 feet area closest to the basket. If a player is in the paint for more than 3 seconds, the referee will call a 3-second violation.
Aug 25, 2021 · The NCAA rule explains a player who merely steps out of bounds has not committed a violation unless that player is the first player to touch the ball after returning to the court. It is important to note, when referencing the reason a player leaves the court, “under their own volition” in college or “for an unauthorized reason” in high ...
Jun 9, 2023 · Out of bounds occurs in basketball when the ball touches a player who is out-of-bounds, the floor, or any object that is outside the boundary lines, such as the sideline or baseline. When the ball goes out of bounds, the possession changes to the opposing team of the last player who touched the ball. However, if the ball lands on the line, it ...
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Section I—Out-of-Bounds A player shall not be the last to touch the ball before it goes out-of-bounds. PENALTY: Loss of ball. The ball is awarded to the opposing team at the boundary line nearest the spot of the violation. EXCEPTION: On a throw-in which goes out of bounds and is not touched by a player in the game, the ball is returned to the original throw-in spot. Section II—Dribble A ...
