Target Score Explained:

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• 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:

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• 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