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Bell played hard and aggressive. And he made a bunch of shots when the Bobcats really needed them. He earned a bunch of FT's, and there's no reason he couldn't earn 11 in a game. I don't want to take anything away from the fact that he played well. If they re-play the game, you should watch it and you'll see what I'm talking about.
There were bodies flying, and a lot of really hard contact that didn't draw a whistle. At the same time, there was a lot of inconsequential crap that did draw whistles.
Did bad calls go both ways? Sure. But I have wondered if there has been a decision within the league to encourage a certain type of play. I'm talking about a philosophical change - not a conspiracy. Highlight reel plays sell tickets and boost ratings.
