Time-out on inbound pass?

[JRutledge]

Originally posted by hooper
1. Ball is taken out of bounds after a foul or violation. Can defensive team call a time-out before ball is given to inbounder?

Yes

Originally posted by hooper
2. After a made basket when referee asks for ball. Ball is in possession of ref, can defense call time-out? (I know the ref does not need to touch the ball after a made basket, but this one happens a lot.)

I do not know what you mean by "referee asks for the ball." If no one has the ball after a made basket anyone can call a timeout.

Originally posted by hooper
3. Ball is taken out of bounds after being knocked out. Can defensive team call time-out?

If the ball is not at the disposal of the thrower, anyone can call a timeout. Once the ball is at the disposal of the thrower, only the team with the ball can call a timeout.

Why is this hard to understand? Could you give some background?

Peace