In the fast-paced world of basketball, rules are essential to maintain the flow and fairness of the game. One such crucial rule is the 10-second violation, which mandates that a team must advance the ball past the half-court line within 10 seconds of gaining possession.
This rule was introduced in 1933, predating the shot clock by over two decades, to prevent stalling and encourage continuous play.
While the NBA and FIBA have since adopted an 8-second limit, college basketball still adheres to the original 10-second rule. This time constraint ensures that teams stay on the move, adding an extra layer of strategy and urgency to the game.