Question

Explain three occasions when the ball becomes dead during play in basketball.

State four occasions when a ball becomes dead during play.

State any four occasions when a ball becomes dead during the match.

Answer 1

The ball becomes dead when:

1. Any field goal or free throw is made.
2. An official blows his whistle while the ball is live.
3. The game clock signal sounds for the end of the period.
4. The shot clock signal sounds while a team is in control of the ball.