A kickball occurs when a defender hits the ball with the foot. Officials stop play immediately. This resets the shot clock. For example, a defender blocks a pass with the leg. Kick balls are not steals. They prevent easy passes. Defenders sometimes use them intentionally.
Coaches accept kick balls under pressure. Offenses inbound again. Kick balls slow the game briefly.
Did You Know kick balls reset timing advantages? Pro-Tip: Keep passes high to avoid kicks.
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