See below for Part 1 of the 2023-24 Points of Emphasis video (narrated by SVP, Head of Referee Development and Training Monty McCutchen), which provides updated examples and guidance regarding Freedom of Movement (Screens, Perimeter + Post), Traveling and Non-Basketball Moves: See below for Part 2 o…Read More
Pool Report on the Ejection of Jayson Tatum at the End of the Third Quarter of Tonight’s 76ers at Celtics Game
The Pool Report interview was conducted by Gary Washburn (Boston Globe) with Crew Chief Bill Kennedy following tonight’s 76ers at Celtics game. QUESTION: What were the circumstances behind Jayson Tatum’s ejection? KENNEDY: Following a loose ball foul that was called on Jayson, Jayson con…Read More
Pool Report on the ejection of Chris Paul during the second quarter of tonight’s Golden State Warriors at Phoenix Suns Game
The Pool Report interview was conducted by Kellan Olson (Arizona Sports) with Crew Chief Scott Foster following tonight’s Warriors at Suns game. QUESTION: What was Chris Paul upset about that led to the initial discussion? FOSTER: The foul called against him at 23.5.…Read More
Pool Report on the Phoenix Challenge at the end of Double Overtime during tonight’s Phoenix Suns at Utah Jazz Game
The Pool Report interview was conducted by Sarah Todd (Deseret News) with Crew Chief Zach Zarba following tonight’s Suns at Jazz game. QUESTION: Why was the challenge at the end of double overtime deemed successful? ZARBA: In our opinion, there was clear and conclusive evidence th…Read More
Pool Report on the ejection of De’Andre Hunter during the third quarter of tonight’s Philadelphia 76ers at Atlanta Hawks Game
The Pool Report interview was conducted by Lauren Williams (Atlanta Journal-Constitution) with Crew Chief Ben Taylor following tonight’s 76ers at Hawks game.…Read More
Clippers’ Paul George Fined
NEW YORK, Nov. 16, 2023 – LA Clippers forward Paul George has been fined $35,000 for public criticism of the officiating, it was announced today by Joe Dumars, Executive Vice President, Head of Basketball Operations.…Read More
NBA Announces Penalties From Timberwolves-Warriors Game
NEW YORK, Nov. 15, 2023 – Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green has been suspended five games without pay for escalating an on-court altercation and forcibly grabbing Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert around the neck in an unsportsmanlike and dangerous manner, it was announced today…Read More
Pool Report on the ejections of Draymond Green, Klay Thompson and Jaden McDaniels during the first quarter of the Minnesota Timberwolves at Golden State Warriors Game Tonight.
The Pool Report interview was conducted by Anthony Slater (The Athletic) with Crew Chief Tyler Ford following tonight’s Timberwolves at Warriors game.…Read More
Pool Report on replacement free throws when Tobias Harris left the game due to concussion protocol during the Indiana Pacers at Philadelphia 76ers Game
The Pool Report interview was conducted by Keith Pompey (Philadelphia Inquirer) with Crew Chief Courtney Kirkland following tonight’s Pacers at 76ers game.…Read More
Memphis’ Jenkins Fined
NEW YORK, Nov. 12, 2023 – Memphis Grizzlies head coach Taylor Jenkins has been fined $25,000 for public criticism of the officiating, it was announced today by Joe Dumars, Executive Vice President, Head of Basketball Operations.…Read More