Control of the ball

14.1.1

Team control starts when a player of that team is in control of a live ball by holding or dribbling it or has a live ball at a player’s disposal.

14.1.2

Team control continues when:

• A player of that team is in control of a live ball.
• The ball is being passed between team-mates.

14.1.3

Team control ends when:

• An opponent gains control.
• The ball becomes dead.
• The ball has left the player's hand(s) on a shot for a goal or for a free throw.