The article critiques the possession arrow rule in college basketball, particularly how it affects gameplay during crucial moments. It recounts a sequence where Michigan State's Coen Carr fights for a rebound only to see the ball awarded to Auburn due to the possession arrow. The author laments that such scenarios diminish the fairness and competitiveness of the sport. Historical context is provided, detailing the evolution from jump balls to possession arrows, with quotes from notable coaches like Bobby Knight emphasizing the absurdity of the current system. The call for a return to jump balls is highlighted as a more equitable solution.
Because this was college basketball, that did not lead to an actual jump ball. Auburn got the ball because the possession arrow was in their favor.
Michigan State's hustle in the face of certain defeat was rewarded like this: The other team got the ball, and the Spartans could play the next 26.6 seconds of a game they were losing.
There used to be a lot more jump balls in basketball... Some college conferences experimented with a possession arrow in the late 1970s.
The jump ball rule is ridiculous... and if anybody understands it, he should command the next space flight.
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