Q: Are foul shooters allowed to "shot fake" in an attempt to draw a lane violation from the defence?
A: No.
FIBA Rule Book: 43.2.3
The free-throw shooter shall:
- Take a position behind the free-throw line and inside the semi-circle.
- Use any method to shoot a free throw in such a way that the ball enters the basket from above or the ball touches the ring.
- Release the ball within 5 seconds after it is placed at his disposal by the referee.
- Not touch the free-throw line or enter the restricted area until the ball has entered the basket or has touched the ring.
- Not fake a free throw