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You dribble, catch the ball with both hands, then dribble again. What is that called?

Double dribble, a violation.

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Why: Once you end your dribble on purpose, you may not start a second one. The other team gets the ball.

Huh, didn't know that: You may dribble again if your shot touched the rim or backboard, or an opponent touched the ball.

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Why are basketball players messy eaters? They are always dribbling.
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Answer: Double dribble. Once you end your dribble on purpose, you may not start a second one. The other team gets the ball.

  1. NBA Official Rules, Rule 10: Violations and Penalties official.nba.com/rule-no-10-violations-and-penalties
    A player may not dribble a second time after he has voluntarily ended his first dribble.
    Checked 2026-10-12.

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