The NBA has approved several rule changes that will take effect in the 2018-19 pre-season.
The association’s board of governors announced the decision in a press release Friday, about a month after the NBA Competition Committee proposed the alterations that were passed unanimously: The shot clock will be reset to 14 seconds following an offensive rebound; the clear-path foul rule has been simplified; and the hostile act definition has been expanded for purposes of instant replay reviews.
Here's a quick breakdown of each rule change, per the NBA's press release:
According to Woj, the NBA Board of Governors also approved an increase in benefits for select staff:
The 2018-19 NBA pre-season will kick off Sept. 28.
Related Stories
NCAA Rule Changes Reportedly 'Blindsided' the NBA and USA Basketball
According to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski, the NBA and USA Basketball were “blindsided” by the NCAA’s decision to announce rule changes without seeking approval from the league.
NBA's Adam Silver Sends Memo to Teams Telling Them to Hire More Women
The NBA commissioner wants teams to take a hard look at the diversity of their staffs.
The 2018-19 NBA Playoff Odds Slight LeBron and the Lakers
The NBA playoff odds were released by Bovada, and there weren't many surprises with the Dubs and Rockets receiving the lowest payouts for making the playoffs. However, Vegas isn't as sure of LeBron and the Lakers.
