- March 15th, 2018, 6:55 pm
#547505
I realize only some or even none of the rules will be implemented. However, two of them are designed to open up the game and promote more drives to the basket (first two below). I could see issues with the first one having an adverse impact on our packline by having to extend out further to protect the 3 point. However, I think that the second rule has both pros and cons concerning the packline. Thoughts?
Secondly, could UVA's huge success with the packline be a factor in testing these rules?
• The 3-point line will be extended by approximately 1 foot 8 inches to the same distance used by FIBA for international competition (22 feet 1.75 inches).
• The free throw lane will be widened from 12 feet to 16 feet, consistent with the width used by the NBA.
• The games will be divided into four 10-minute quarters as opposed to two 20-minute halves. Teams will shoot two free throws beginning with the fifth foul of each quarter.
• The shot clock will reset to 20 seconds after an offensive rebound instead of the full 30 seconds.
Secondly, could UVA's huge success with the packline be a factor in testing these rules?
• The 3-point line will be extended by approximately 1 foot 8 inches to the same distance used by FIBA for international competition (22 feet 1.75 inches).
• The free throw lane will be widened from 12 feet to 16 feet, consistent with the width used by the NBA.
• The games will be divided into four 10-minute quarters as opposed to two 20-minute halves. Teams will shoot two free throws beginning with the fifth foul of each quarter.
• The shot clock will reset to 20 seconds after an offensive rebound instead of the full 30 seconds.