If A-1 intercepts a pass, throws the ball in the air, takes two full steps, and then bats the ball to a teammate, should this be allowed to continue?

If A-1 intercepts a pass, throws the ball in the air, takes two full steps, and then bats the ball to a teammate, should this be allowed to continue?

• A. Yes, that is allowed
• B. No, that is a travel
• C. Only if it was an intentional pass
• D. No, since A-1 was in control

Answer: (B)

In basketball, a player is considered to be in control of the ball when they have possession, which includes situations like catching or intercepting a pass. In this scenario, when A-1 intercepts the pass, they establish control of the ball. After establishing control, they take two full steps, which constitutes traveling, as a player cannot take additional steps after gaining possession without dribbling the ball. When A-1 then bats the ball to a teammate after the two steps, this is not permissible and is considered a violation. The action of taking those two full steps while holding the ball indicates a change in their status regarding possession. Therefore, the correct interpretation of the scenario fits the definition of traveling. Thus, the play should not be allowed to continue, and the call would result in a turnover.

In basketball, a player is considered to be in control of the ball when they have possession, which includes situations like catching or intercepting a pass. In this scenario, when A-1 intercepts the pass, they establish control of the ball. After establishing control, they take two full steps, which constitutes traveling, as a player cannot take additional steps after gaining possession without dribbling the ball.

When A-1 then bats the ball to a teammate after the two steps, this is not permissible and is considered a violation. The action of taking those two full steps while holding the ball indicates a change in their status regarding possession. Therefore, the correct interpretation of the scenario fits the definition of traveling. Thus, the play should not be allowed to continue, and the call would result in a turnover.