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Basketball · Level 5: Upper-Intermediate · Sub-level 5.5

Time-outs and Substitutions as Tools

10 tests · 100 facts · updated 22 October 2026 · markdown

Saving time-outs, rest and fatigue, what to say in a time-out, offence-defence substitutions, managing minutes, staggering stars, handling a struggling player, matching line-ups, the bench and the coaching staff.

Each test below is ten questions on Insporta. The list under a test is what the questions check: one fact per question, with the source it was written from. Read it before the test, or come back from a wrong answer.

Test 1Saving time-outsTake a test

  1. Late time-outs let a coach plan key possessions.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · recall

  2. A pause takes the heat out of the moment.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · recall

  3. The end is when they matter most.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · recall

  4. A run early can still decide a game.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · recall

  5. A pause can cool a hot team.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · recall

  6. It cannot stop play when it needs to.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · recall

  7. Without a time-out, it must attack at once.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · applied

  8. Spare, stop runs, save, use late.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · applied

  9. Late and close matters most.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · applied

  10. He cannot stop play to plan.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · applied

Test 2Rest and fatigueTake a test

  1. A short break restores energy.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · recall

  2. Short rests keep them sharp for the closing minutes.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · recall

  3. A sub rests one player without using a time-out.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · recall

  4. TV breaks are rest that costs no time-outs.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · recall

  5. Sitting can cool a shooter.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · recall

  6. Signs of tiredness tell when to sub.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · recall

  7. Tired players need a short break.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · applied

  8. See, check, rest, return.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · applied

  9. Media breaks are free; time-outs are limited.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · applied

  10. He is slow to get back on defence.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · applied

Test 3Talking in a time-outTake a test

  1. Rest and a clear message both matter.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · recall

  2. The next play matters more than the last one.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · recall

  3. A drawing beats long words.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · recall

  4. Assistants often gather facts while the head coach thinks.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · recall

  5. The last words are remembered best.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · recall

  6. Calm words steady the team.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · recall

  7. Too much information is lost.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · applied

  8. Breathe, point, draw, remind.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · applied

  9. Clear and short is best.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · applied

  10. One or two clear points.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · applied

Test 4Offence-defence substitutionsTake a test

  1. Subs come in only when play is stopped.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · recall

  2. Every possession matters then.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · recall

  3. The best stopper takes the star.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · recall

  4. Shooting matters on the last attack.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · recall

  5. A player off the bench may not be warm.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · recall

  6. Substitutions happen at dead balls.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · recall

  7. Defence is what matters now.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · applied

  8. Score, defenders in, stop, shooters back.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · applied

  9. Defenders first.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · applied

  10. Swapping a shooter for a defender between plays.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · applied

Test 5Managing minutesTake a test

  1. Medical advice guides the limit.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · recall

  2. Often used after injuries.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · recall

  3. Teams rest players on some nights to protect them.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · recall

  4. Important games get the best players.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · recall

  5. Good subs keep the level up.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · recall

  6. Teams often rest players on the second night.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · recall

  7. Managing minutes protects him.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · applied

  8. Schedule, find, plan, watch.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · applied

  9. Play-offs get the most minutes.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · applied

  10. To keep him fresh and healthy.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · applied

Test 6Staggering starsTake a test

  1. One star is always on the court.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · recall

  2. The team always has a top player.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · recall

  3. Coaches often sub in groups.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · recall

  4. Familiar groups have chemistry.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · recall

  5. A bench-only unit may struggle.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · recall

  6. Without one, the offence stalls.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · recall

  7. Without either star, a lead can slip.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · applied

  8. Start, rest one, swap, finish together.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · applied

  9. Staggering is safest.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · applied

  10. Staggering keeps one star on the court.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · applied

Test 7A struggling playerTake a test

  1. It protects the player's confidence.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · recall

  2. A player can help without scoring.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · recall

  3. Calm words help him return better.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · recall

  4. Fear of the bench hurts confidence.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · recall

  5. Some coaches are known for it.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · recall

  6. Simple effort helps most.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · recall

  7. A short break can calm him.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · applied

  8. Notice, sub, correct, return.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · applied

  9. Calm correction is best.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · applied

  10. Several mistakes in a row.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions · applied

Test 8Matching line-upsTake a test

  1. A small line-up may be met with a small line-up.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, line-ups · recall

  2. A slow big may struggle to guard quick shooters.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, line-ups · recall

  3. A big can score and rebound over small players.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, line-ups · recall

  4. Quick shooters attack slow defenders.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, line-ups · recall

  5. It may differ from the starting five.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, line-ups · recall

  6. Shooting and defence may matter more late.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, line-ups · recall

  7. A zone or quick help protects the paint.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, line-ups · applied

  8. See, check, decide, change.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, line-ups · applied

  9. From quick to big.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, line-ups · applied

  10. A quicker player can guard the shooters.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, line-ups · applied

Test 9The benchTake a test

  1. A late sub must be ready at once.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, the bench · recall

  2. Cold muscles slow players down.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, the bench · recall

  3. Watching helps him prepare for his man.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, the bench · recall

  4. Support boosts morale.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, the bench · recall

  5. He must know his job at once.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, the bench · recall

  6. The outgoing player tells him whom he guarded.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, the bench · recall

  7. He should have asked whom to guard.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, the bench · applied

  8. Warm, watch, ask, play.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, the bench · applied

  9. Watching helps most.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, the bench · applied

  10. He watches the game and knows his job.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, the bench · applied

Test 10The coaching staffTake a test

  1. One leads the game, others gather facts.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, the bench · recall

  2. Assistants advise; the head coach decides.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, the bench · recall

  3. Knowing them guides late decisions.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, the bench · recall

  4. He passes on what he has seen.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, the bench · recall

  5. Recognising plays helps the defence.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, the bench · recall

  6. He helps players improve individually.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, the bench · recall

  7. Tracking time-outs is an assistant's job.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, the bench · applied

  8. Track, suggest, decide, sub.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, the bench · applied

  9. The head coach decides.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, the bench · applied

  10. Tracking fouls and suggesting changes.

    Source: FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, the bench · applied

Sources

FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3 and general coaching references; original questions authored, nothing reproduced. Numbered FIBA rules belong to the Rules category.

  • FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, time-outs and substitutions70
  • FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, the bench20
  • FIBA/WABC Coaches Manual Level 3, line-ups10