The NBA has wasted no time in implementing new rule changes, with the Board of Governors approving these changes at the start of the 2023 Summer Leagues in Las Vegas. Starting from the 2023-24 season, the league will introduce an in-game flopping penalty and expand the use of the Coach’s Challenge.
These changes have already been observed during the ongoing NBA 2K24 Summer League in UNLV, as well as the events held in Sacramento and Salt Lake City. The NBA has enacted these rule changes provisionally for the July exhibitions, just like many other rule changes and interpretations in the past.
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In-Game Flopping Penalty
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Game officials will now be able to assess a flopping penalty when they perceive a physical act intended to cause a foul on another player. The offending player will be charged with a non-unsportsmanlike technical foul, resulting in one free throw for the opposing team. The coach can designate any player in the game to shoot the free throw. Referees can call the “flop” during live play or at the next neutral opportunity to assess the penalty. It is important to note that a foul and a flopping violation can be called on the same play. The NBA has adopted this rule on a one-year trial basis.
Expanded Use of Coach’s Challenge
A team successful in its first Coach’s Challenge will now be granted a second one in the same game. This rule change aims to encourage coaches to use the tool to correct erroneous calls without fear of being penalized for helping to get the calls right. However, coaches will still need to have a timeout available to trigger a Challenge, and any second Challenge will use up the timeout regardless.
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The NBA Competition Committee, consisting of players, coaches, executives, owners, and referees, unanimously recommended these new rules for approval by the Board of Governors. These changes aim to address concerns regarding in-game flopping and enhance the effectiveness of the Coach’s Challenge.
FAQs
Q: What is the purpose of the in-game flopping penalty?
A: The in-game flopping penalty is intended to deter players from intentionally trying to deceive referees and draw fouls on opposing players. This penalty allows referees to address instances of flopping during live play or at the next neutral opportunity, resulting in a non-unsportsmanlike technical foul for the offending player and one free throw for the opposing team.
Q: Can a flopping violation be challenged using the Coach’s Challenge?
A: No, a flopping violation cannot be directly challenged through the Coach’s Challenge. However, a referee could call a flopping violation if noticed during a review for other actions.
Q: How has the Coach’s Challenge been expanded?
A: A team successful in its first Coach’s Challenge will now be granted a second one in the same game. This change aims to incentivize coaches to use the challenge tool to correct erroneous calls without fear of being penalized.
Summary
The NBA has approved new rule changes for the upcoming 2023-24 season. These changes include the implementation of an in-game flopping penalty and an expanded use of the Coach’s Challenge. The in-game flopping penalty aims to address instances of players intentionally deceiving referees to draw fouls on opposing players. Referees can assess a non-unsportsmanlike technical foul and award one free throw to the opposing team. The Coach’s Challenge has also been enhanced, allowing teams a second challenge in the same game if their initial challenge is successful. These changes were recommended by the NBA Competition Committee and are set to improve the fairness and integrity of the game. Visit Osceolagarage.com for more NBA updates and news.
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