Carrying (basketball)
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Carrying is a rule violation in the game of basketball. It occurs when a player places a hand underneath the basketball while dribbling, pauses the dribble, and then resumes the dribble.
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If a carrying violation occurs, it will count as a turnover and the opposing team will be in possession of the ball.[1][2]