Re: Assists

[bob miller <bob@mymenus.com>]

>
>	I'm hoping someone give me an assist with a few scorekeeping inquiries.
>What's the official definition of an NBA assist?  Is an assist simply a
>pass that leads directly to a basket?

Supposed to be from what I understand.


>	How much leeway is given to official scorers when it comes to making
>decisions on assists?  If a scorer gets a pass, but has to take several
>dribbles to get off his shot, does the passer still get credit for an assist?

Not supposed to.

>	Is there any truth to the sentiment that certain players (Magic,
>Stockton?) over the years have had their assist numbers padded by
>over-generous official scorers.

Of course.

>Finally, are these stat keepers on the
>payroll of the home team, or are they employed by the NBA?

I think it's the home team.