When a player has control of the ball for a throw-in, is that considered team control?

When a player is executing a throw-in, they do indeed have team control. This is based on the understanding that team control is defined as the team's ability to dictate the play with the ball. During a throw-in, the player with possession is designated to put the ball back into play, and by doing so, they are recognized as the player in control of the ball for the team. This means that while the throw-in is in progress, the team collectively retains its control over the game, even though the player physically holding the ball is only initiating the play.

This principle helps to ensure clarity in the rules regarding violations and fouls that may occur during this phase of the game. For example, if an infraction occurs while the player is throwing the ball in, it can affect the team’s status and how the rules apply because team control is established once the throw-in starts. Understanding that team control is in effect during a throw-in is crucial for interpreting other game situations and actions leading up or following a throw-in.