Q: A1 attempts a shot for a field goal and the ball lodges between the ring and the backboard with 0 seconds on the shot clock.  The alternating possession favours team A.  The official calls a shot clock violation.  Is this procedure correct?

A: No

FIBA Official Rules 50.4

After the ball has touched the ring on an unsuccessful shot for a field goal (including when the ball lodges between the ring and the backboard), an unsuccessful last free throw, or on a pass if the team which regains control of the ball is the same team that was in control of the ball before the ball touched the ring.

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