sterns just trying to top the no fun league
Pre-game ritual.That image has been one of Duncan's identifiable ones. Another has come when he would widen his eyes and appear astonished a referee could differ with him.
I've never seen this before?
I was just wondering if we'll see the "half-fro" return this season. That was a good look, and I wish he went all the way with it.
Can the league guarantee that the officiating will get better, seems like that would be a good trade off for this micromanaging
Yeah. Having all the pussies crying about every whistle, from both on AND OFF the court, is a ing blast.
Do you think free throw percentage could go up if the fans weren't allowed to move or make noise? If officials can do their jobs without having to defend themselves from five whining players and coaches after every play, it doesn't seem like it could hurt their job performance.
Stern's for the fans, he would never do that
Well, given how subjective the officiating is, it is entirely clear how the culture of 'whining' grew up. Refs would not change calls, but they would in fact alter their perspective on subsequent calls, and players would be rewarded for their 'whining' to the refs. If the officiating weren't so frequently off or bad, then the whining would not occur. Given some of the egregious examples of officiating displayed on a regular basis, I think the NBA should be doing their best to lessen the subjective nature of the calls if they are going to take one of the tools away from the players/coaches.
There is no reason that teams shouldn't be allowed to challenge calls or require official videotape reviews. Not every call (which would makes games unwatchable), but akin to the NFL system. A certain number of challenges per quarter/half/game and wasted timeouts if the challenge goes against you. But come on. You can bet your ass I'd complain too if I was fouled out because of another player's actions and no rule violation on my part.
I would like to see Tim and co. play through and not let it rattle them, but it has become clear that with certain officials especially, games will not be called evenly or fairly. If anything, given last year's playoffs, the NBA office should be taking steps to fix the officiating, not solidify the omnipotence of the officials.
If Tim could hit from the Foul Line he would not be on the recieving end of so many fouls. Then the drama would not have to be such a part of his game. He is such a great player you would think he get that working.
Thanks, I have CRS syndrome. Anyway, Jordan made a clever move on it. He caught Russell on his right hip with Jordan's left hand as he moved to drive right. Russell stumbled backward and out of the play. Jump shot. Swish for the game winner.
The refs may have seen it, but when it's the last second and the Legend has the ball against Byron Russell, who you gonna call?
I liked Tom Arnold's quote on Best Damn Sports Show: "Hey Michael, Bryon Russel's car broke down, can you give him a push?"
DO they mention anything about having to give back championship trophies due to these enforced rules now ?... just wondering
Well, it IS the only way the Mavericks will ever get closer to the Spurs' championship total.
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