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QuestionCan the players that are rebounding from a free throw stand facing the basket instead of facing one another in the lane, as long as they are not touching the line?Community AnswerTheir bodies should be facing the opposite lineup, but their heads can be turned towards the basket.
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QuestionWhy can't players stand in position closest under the basket?Community AnswerSo that the players are evenly spread out, and don't get bunched up under the basket trying to get the ball.
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QuestionCan a player be in the first positions under the basket?Community AnswerIt depends on whether your team or the opposing team is shooting the free throws. If it is the other team, yes (or the outer one as well to get shooter). If it is your team, you need to be in the middle position.
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QuestionStanding in position to make a foul shot, can my hands be over the line (not my feet, just my hands)?Community AnswerYour hands should not be straight over the line, but it is acceptable to block your opponent next to you.
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QuestionCan players occupy the space below the block on a free throw?Community AnswerNo, they must be between the block and the 1st small line next to the block.
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QuestionLets say the shooter takes a few dribbles gets in shooting motion (bends knees) and takes a step to the left and then shoots. Is this allowed?Community AnswerYes, there is no traveling or double dribble rule for free throws. As long as the shooter stays behind the line and within the semi-circle, shoots within 10 seconds and doesn’t pump fake the shot, the free throw is legal.
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QuestionWhere does the point guard stand while free throws are being shot?Community AnswerTypically the point guard is placed in the box furthest from the basket, in order to serve as a pass outlet if their team wins the rebound.
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QuestionWhy do players crisscross after the first free throw is made?Community AnswerThis is usually for the players to be defensively placed next to his assigned opponent while preparing for live play after the free throw. The player is allowed to locate their assigned opponent and switch spots with a teammate nearest that opponent before the offense prepares for the second free throw.
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