In the case of a player-control foul, what is the significant factor?

In the context of player-control fouls, the defining characteristic is that the player committing the foul must be in possession of the ball. This means that for a foul to be classified as a player-control foul, the player has to actively have control over the ball and be engaged with it. The nature of the foul—whether it’s an illegal screen, a charge, or another type—does not change the fundamental necessity of ball control.

While location on the court, the presence of shooting, or the timing within the game can affect other types of fouls and their consequences, they do not influence the classification of a foul as a player-control foul. Thus, the focus on ball control is crucial because it directly determines whether the foul will impact team possession and influence the resulting penalties or play stoppages in the game.