FIBA - Article - 39.1
FIBA - Article - 39.1
Heading: Fighting Sub Heading: Definition
"Fighting is physical interaction between 2 or more opponent players and any person permitted to sit on the team benches.
This article only applies to the substitutes, head coaches, first assistant coaches, excluded players and accompanying delegation members who leave the confines of the team bench area during a fight or during any situation which may lead to a fight."
RCA Explanation
RCA Explanation
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