Who should call the timeout.

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Originally Posted by Danvrapp

Who ever hears the request and visually confirms that the winning HC is the one requesting the TO. In a tight game during a press situation, don't hold a whistle because you're waiting for your P to call a TO that's 'his.'

This!

The T and C, since there is a press, may very well be focused on intense pressure in the backcourt. It is a very close game and just because neither team is in the bonus doesn't mean the team trailing will not foul...especially if the offense appears to be on the verge of getting the ball into the front court. Add to that it may be a loud gym and these coaches may be the type to have plays/instructions that sound like "time out".

We are a team out there. I understand that either the T or C "should" be the best ones to grant the time out but every official is responsible for game management.

By the way...a coach cannot "call" a timeout...they can only request one.