A backcourt violation in basketball can occur against against the offense two different ways, with both of them involving the half court line. The line itself is easy to see and understand. The turnovers that can be caused by it, however, are not… Each of them has some subtle rules that can be confusing to fans, coaches, and players. For that reason, this article will break down just what a backcourt violation in basketball is and how to coach your players to avoid them.