I saw some pictures of the 'foul' that was called on the Japanese team. The player barely touched the shooter. I guess that is one of the perks of being the host country and having home court advantage.
I saw some pictures of the 'foul' that was called on the Japanese team. The player barely touched the shooter. I guess that is one of the perks of being the host country and having home court advantage.
When the shot was taken, there was no hand even on him - all air between. Would have been a brilliant win, but not to be.
The FIBA/Olympic rules have been well received because they are letting players play more physical unlike in the NBA. So it was a bit funny watching the video of the play. There was, if any, only a slight touch on the shooter. The shooter did a good job of selling the contact though, which the refs were more than happy to take advantage of. Good game and effort from both sides nonetheless.