Question

Explain the term charging in basketball.

What is meant by the term 'Charging'?

Answer 1

1. Charging is the most difficult decision to make during a basketball game. If a defensive player is not stationary, does not have both feet firmly planted on the floor, or does not establish position before the offensive player approaches, he will be penalised with a blocking penalty.
2. When the collision is made, the referee has only a split second to assess which player arrived first on the spot.
3. Furthermore, in the NBA and Euro leagues, the defensive player must be outside of a semi-circle four feet from the basket. Otherwise, he will be punished with a blocking foul.