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Old 03-11-2009, 01:38 AM   #4
Firestormalpha
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Default Re: How can a game start with a score of 1-0?

Well, the rule makes a kind of sense when you consider one or two possibilities.

1) The dunking could plausibly create a psychological advantage. (well, maybe)

2) It would really suck if you managed to shatter the backboard accidentally and thereby delay the games start time.

Of course, I haven't the foggiest idea why the rule was created in the first place.

Anyone know if there's a reason for the rule, or was it just some arbitrary decision, like the official diamter of the ball and hoop?
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