A double dribble in basketball is a violation that occurs when a player makes a controlled dribble, pauses, and then dribbles the basketball again. It is also known as an illegal dribble or dribbling violation. Once a dribble has been “picked up” by a player, it’s illegal for them to dribble again. This is a call that is hardly ever seen outside of youth basketball, as players beyond the introductory level know that its illegal to dribble, stop, and then resume their dribble. The penalty for a double dribble is a turnover of the ball to the other team. In high school, NCAA, and FIBA competition, the ball is then inbounded at the out-of-bounds spot closest to the foul. In the NBA, the opposing team inbounds the ball at the nearest out-of-bounds spot but no closer to the end line than where the free throw line would extend.