• Player delays involve actions by players that intentionally or repeatedly prevent the ball from being put into play.
  • These actions include:
    • Preventing the prompt administration of a throw-in or free throw
    • Engaging in a team huddle on the playing court
    • Repeatedly breaking the vertical plane of the boundary line before the ball has crossed
    • Interfering with the ball after a goal
    • Failing to immediately pass the ball to the nearest official after a whistle
    • Failing to provide sufficient space for a throw-in after being warned
  • One team warning is issued for player delays.