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Both the FIBA Official Basketball Rules and the FIBA Official Interpretations are available from this page. The interpretations document is an important supplement to the rules, as rulings on some questions are not always specifically stated in the rule book. You’ll also find information here on rule changes as they are published by FIBA.
Rule changes for 2024
FIBA has announced some changes to the Official Basketball Rules that took effect globally from 1 October 2024. Because this date falls within our normal season, the rule changes will apply in New Zealand from 1 January 2025.
Many of the changes are minor or improved wording to aid clarity. Here is a summary of the changes.
Key Rule Changes:
Article 1.2: Participants’ Responsibility – Updated responsibilities of all participants during games
Article 17: Throw-In – Revised throw-in procedure, affecting ball return to play
Article 31.2.4: Basket Interference (editorial change) – Clarified basket interference rule
Article 40: Foul limits by a player and game disqualifications – Clarified foul limits and player disqualification process
Article 44: Correctable Error – Updated protocol for correcting in-game errors
Article 48: Scorer and assistant scorer: Duties – Clarified duties for scorers and assistant scorers
Appendix A: Referees’ Signals – Updated hand signal for “not in the act of shooting” fouls
Appendix C: Protest Procedure: Clarified game protest filing and resolution
Appendix D: Classification of teams – Adjusted team tie-breaker process for tournaments/championships
Appendix F: Instant replay system – Clarified Instant Replay System usage (where applicable)
Equipment Changes:
Changes to Official Interpretations:
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