October 20, 2014
Referees may use replay whenever they are not reasonably certain whether a foul meets the criteria for a flagrant foul. Previously, the foul had to be called flagrant on the floor in order to initiate instant replay.
The definition for a flagrant foul is:
- Flagrant Foul Penalty 1: Unnecessary contact committed by a player against an opponent
- Flagrant Foul Penalty 2: Unnecessary and excessive contact committed by a player against an opponent
When a flagrant foul call is made, referees conduct a review and consider the following:
- Whether the foul call be categorized as a flagrant 1 or flagrant 2 (thus ejection) or stay as a common foul or changed to a technical foul
- Whether any other players committed unsportsmanlike acts immediately prior to and/or immediately following the foul.
Based on their review and the criteria, they will assess the appropriate penalty:
- Flagrant Foul 1 or 2
- Foul, but not flagrant
- Technical Foul
Both flagrant fouls carry a penalty of two free throws and the team that was fouled retains possession. An FF2 also results in the ejection of the player committing the foul (a player who commits two FF1’s in the same game is also ejected).
Final Ruling: On-Court Referees
Hey, I'm no stranger to the intricacies of basketball rules and regulations. As an avid enthusiast and someone who's spent quite a bit of time on the court, I've delved deep into the nitty-gritty of the game. So, let's break down the concepts mentioned in the article:
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Made Basket – End of Period: This refers to a successful basket made before the end of a game period. The timing is crucial, and these points count as long as the ball leaves the shooter's hand before the buzzer.
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Foul – End of Period: If a foul is committed right at the end of a period, it can have implications for free throws or possession changes. It's a strategic move to prevent the opposing team from scoring in critical moments.
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Flagrant Fouls: These are serious fouls involving unnecessary and excessive contact against an opponent. There are two levels - Flagrant Foul Penalty 1 and Flagrant Foul Penalty 2, the latter resulting in ejection.
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On-Court Altercation: Refers to disputes or conflicts happening on the court among players. It's essential for referees to handle these situations appropriately to maintain the integrity of the game.
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Clock Malfunction: Issues with the game clock can impact the fairness of the game. Referees need to address these promptly to ensure accurate timing during plays.
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Two-Point/Three-Point Field Goal: The points awarded for successful shots made from within or beyond the three-point line, respectively.
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Shot Clock Violation: If a team fails to attempt a shot within the specified shot clock time, it results in a turnover, and the opposing team gains possession.
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Out-of-Bounds Plays: Refers to plays or situations where the ball goes out of the court bounds. The team that did not touch the ball last gets possession.
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Clear-Path-To-The-Basket-Foul: A foul committed when a defender prevents an offensive player from an uncontested attempt to the basket when no defender is ahead.
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Correct Free Throw Shooter: Ensures that the right player takes the free throw after a foul. Mistakes in this can be corrected to maintain fairness.
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24-Second Shot Clock Reset: In certain situations, the shot clock resets to 24 seconds, giving the offensive team a new opportunity to attempt a shot.
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Restricted Area: An area near the basket where certain rules, especially related to charging fouls, are enforced more strictly.
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Goaltending/Basket Interference: Occurs when a defensive player interferes with the ball on its way to the basket, either by blocking it on the way down or touching it within the cylinder.
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Off-Ball Fouls: Fouls that occur away from the ball, influencing the game but not directly related to the ball handler.
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Number of Players on Court: The correct number of players allowed on the court at any given time. Violations result in penalties.
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Coach’s Challenge: A rule introduced to allow coaches to challenge certain calls, requesting a review through instant replay.
So, there you have it—my rundown on the concepts from the article. If you have any more questions or want to dive deeper into any specific aspect, shoot!
