Heading: Status of the ball

"The ball becomes dead when:

• Any goal or free throw is made.

• A referee blows the whistle whilst the ball is live.

• It is apparent that the ball shall not enter the basket on a free throw which is to be followed by:

  • Another free throw(s)

  • A further penalty (Free throw(s) and/or possession).

• The game clock signal sounds for the end of the quarter or overtime.

• The shot clock signal sounds whilst a team is in control of the ball.

• The ball in flight on a shot for a goal is touched by a player from either team after:

  • A referee blows the whistle.

  • The game clock signal sounds for the end of the quarter or overtime.

  • The shot clock signal sounds."