A pretty good official!

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Originally posted by BktBallRef
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5- Of course, they don't have a central reporting area and don't have to come to a stop when reporting. They use both hands to report numbers. If I'm not mistaking, players also entered while they were reporting.

Very true, substitutes are not a big production in the pro game like they are in high school or college. When the whistle blows for a call and the subs are there they just come in. Our table personnel are very competent and will get the number. I have had games where the P.A. announcer announces the fouler before I have even reported it. Most of the times we never even beckon the subs in. And similarly, no official has to raise their hand up and let the official with the ball know when it's 5 on 5. The official with the ball is responsible for not inbounding until he/she sees 5 on 5. No help should be necessary although sometimes it is given.