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Target Score

Target Score Explained:

  • The first time the game clock is stopped with 4:00 minutes or less in the second half of each game, timed play will end and a Target Score will be set, equal to the leading team's score plus nine (+9). EXAMPLE: At the stoppage, if the game's score is 77-71 then the Target Score after adding 9 points is 86

  • The first team to reach the Target Score wins the game

  • The shot clock will remain intact and used for the entire duration of the second half of the game as it normally would be

  • The Target Score will be displayed in plain sight on each end of the court and on the broadcast

 

Intent of Target Score:

  • Eliminate/reduce deliberate fouling by the trailing defense

  • Eliminate/reduce stalling by the leading offense

  • Eliminate/reduce rushed/sloppy possessions by the trailing offense

  • Provide greater hope for late comebacks

  • Provide more memorable game-ending moments

  • Eliminate late-game clock controversies and reviews

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