When is a basket not counted?

A basket is not counted when it is made after the final buzzer or if the shooter is not in bounds. According to NFHS rules, the timing of the shot is crucial—if a player attempts a basket after the game or quarter has ended, that basket will not count, regardless of whether the shot was successful. Additionally, if a player makes a shot while having both feet out of bounds, that shot is also invalid. This ensures that only legitimate plays are counted towards the score, maintaining the integrity of the game and its timing.

The other situations described do not inherently invalidate a basket. For instance, a basket made while the shooter is fouled still counts unless the foul occurs before the shot is taken or was an offensive foul. Being in the penalty does not automatically negate a scored basket, as it pertains to free throws and fouls rather than the validity of a made field goal. Lastly, having no defender guarding the shooter is not a rule that affects whether a basket counts—it simply reflects a successful and potentially advantageous scoring opportunity.