Avoid Playing Time Problems - If the coach had brought in Havlicek or Alcindor, then they would not be able to meet their playing time requirements, because it would have been impossible for him to play two full quarters and sit out one full quarter. In this case, the "sit out a quarter" rule would have taken precedence.

Technical Fouls - The coach of the other team committed a technical foul. This foul is also a team foul and brings the Bulls closer to a bonus situation.

Play with 4 - Sometimes it is to a coach's advantage to play the last few minutes of the 3rd quarter with four players, so that five are available for the 4th quarter.