AboutBret Temple Expertise My expertise happens to be in Basketball Officiating. So I can answer any question pertaining to Basketball Rules.
Experience I have been a Basketball Official now for over 15 years, officiating all levels from Youth basketball Leagues all the way up to the High school Level.
Education/Credentials El Sorrino Officials Association Basketball School CIF (California Interscholastic Federation)Certified
Question If the ball is through the cylinder (rim) but not yet through the net and an offensive player touches the net, is it basket interference?
Answer Hi Doug,
The answer to your question is absolutely YES. Once the ball is even over the rim, (doesn't even have to be on or touching the rim) nobody may touch it. If the offense touches it, it's offensive interference. If a defensive player touches it, it's goal tending, and hence, score the basket. If the ball is literally inside the cylinder and the offensive team touches it, there is no doubt it's interference. I hope that helps.
