Basketball Subs Calculator - Equal Time
Use the basketball substitution generator below to create a printable schedule that ensures equal playing time for all players. Enable advanced settings to prevent specific players from being substituted off at the same time. Sign up for free to unlock the option to designate players to start or finish the game. For a smooth game flow, substitution durations are automatically set between 3 and 6 minutes. Log in to save your team lineup for future games—signing up is quick and free!
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Substitution Plan
First Half
| Clock | On Court | Off Court |
|---|---|---|
| 20:00 | Player 1, Player 2, Player 3, Player 4, Player 6 | Player 5 |
| 16:40 | Player 1, Player 2, Player 3, Player 4, Player 5 | Player 6 |
| 13:20 | Player 2, Player 3, Player 4, Player 6, Player 5 | Player 1 |
| 10:00 | Player 2, Player 1, Player 4, Player 6, Player 5 | Player 3 |
| 6:40 | Player 1, Player 4, Player 3, Player 6, Player 5 | Player 2 |
| 3:20 | Player 1, Player 2, Player 3, Player 6, Player 5 | Player 4 |
Second Half
| Clock | On Court | Off Court |
|---|---|---|
| 20:00 | Player 1, Player 2, Player 3, Player 4, Player 6 | Player 5 |
| 16:40 | Player 1, Player 2, Player 3, Player 4, Player 5 | Player 6 |
| 13:20 | Player 2, Player 3, Player 4, Player 6, Player 5 | Player 1 |
| 10:00 | Player 2, Player 1, Player 4, Player 6, Player 5 | Player 3 |
| 6:40 | Player 1, Player 4, Player 3, Player 6, Player 5 | Player 2 |
| 3:20 | Player 1, Player 2, Player 3, Player 6, Player 5 | Player 4 |
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Quick How-To
1. Select your game format (halves, quarters, or no break) and period duration.
2. Add or edit player names using the boxes, remove players with the trash icon, or add new players using the "Add Player" button.
3. Enable Advanced Settings to specify which players start or finish the game.
4. Use Substitution Staggering to keep key players on the court together.
5. Create an account to save your team, and click "Print Substitution Plan" for a printer-friendly version.
Coaching Tips
- 📊Use the Bench Report to check how much time each player has spent off the court. Consider playing weaker players more against weaker teams, and leaning on your stronger players more against tougher opposition.
- 🗑️Saved a rotation by mistake? Simply delete that game in the Game History section.
For full instructions and tips, visit our How-To Page.
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