Last Updated on: 19th September 2023, 12:27 am
In basketball, an inbound pass is made by a player from out of bounds to a teammate on the court. The inbound pass starts play after a basket has been scored, a foul has been called, or when the ball goes out of bounds.
When making an inbound pass, the player must have both feet out of bounds and pass the ball to a teammate who is on the court. The player receiving the inbound pass must also be stationary and cannot move until the ball is released by the inbounder.
Teams use several strategies when making inbound passes, including setting screens to free up a player for a pass, faking a pass to one player and then passing to another, or throwing a long pass down the court to a player who has broken free from the defense.
Teams must execute inbound passes effectively, as turnovers on inbound passes can lead to easy scoring opportunities for the opposing team. Coaches often practice inbound plays during team practices to ensure their players are prepared for game situations.
Inbound Pass Basketball Rules
In basketball, there are specific basketball rules that govern inbound passes. Here are some of the key rules related to inbound passes:
- The inbounder must have both feet out of bounds when making the pass. If the inbounder steps on or over the boundary line while making the pass, it is considered a violation and results in a turnover.
- The player receiving the inbound pass must be inbounds and cannot move until the ball is released by the inbounder. If the player moves before the ball is released, it is considered a violation and results in a turnover.
- The inbound pass must be made within five seconds of the referee handing the ball to the inbounder. If the inbounder takes over five seconds to make the pass, it is considered a violation and results in a turnover.
- If the defender deflects the ball out of bounds, the offensive team retains possession and can inbound the ball again from the same spot on the court.
- If the inbound pass is made and then touched by a defender before it is touched by an offensive player, it is considered a violation and results in a turnover.
- If the inbound pass is made and then touched by an offensive player who is out of bounds, it is considered a violation and results in a turnover.
It is important for players and coaches to understand these rules to execute inbound passes effectively and avoid turnovers.
