Quote (MildSambal @ Apr 2 2023 10:11pm)
They are, you’re biased
I suggest you do a little more research. They're as legit as can be, and the league has confirmed it.
Harden's step-back jumper is an exception to the traveling rule. This is due to a section in the NBA rulebook that deals with traveling. In the Rule 10, Section XIII section, it explains why Harden can use his step-back jumper.
According to the section, "A player who receives the ball while he is progressing or upon completion of a dribble, may take two steps in coming to a stop, passing or shooting the ball."
James Harden's step-back jumper includes a "gather step" that allows him to gather the ball, then take two steps.He does the "gather step" just in time to avoid traveling.
This post was edited by Sixers on Apr 2 2023 08:14pm