- 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.