Jump ball

This signal is used when both players have control over the ball at the same time, it is indicated by both thumbs pointing upwards with arms extended. This results in the ball being given to whichever team the possession arrow is pointing to.

Traveling

This signal is used when a player moves with the basketball without dribbling it. This results in the ball being given to the other team.

Player Control Foul (often referred to as a Charge)

This signal is used when an offensive player charges into a defensive player who has already established position in the path of the ball carrier. This counts as a personal foul for the player and the ball is given to the other team.

Technical Foul

This signal is used to issue a technical foul. Technical fouls can be given for various reasons such as a non-contact foul by a player, an intentional or flagrant contact foul while the ball is dead, or a violation charged to the head coach because of violations on the sideline or from bench personnel