Most of these NBA official’s 09 playoff performances make Ed Hochuli’s mistake ridden 08 season seem minute and even run of the mill.

And Ed made a ton of bad calls this past NFL season.  Just ask the San Diego Chargers.

So can the NBA refs settle on what is considered a flagrant foul and what is not?

There needs to be some consistency, right now it’s totally up in the air.  Might as well flip a coin.

And could the refs be a little less quick to call technical fouls?

Look at Joey Crawford wrong and he'll give you a technical (Image:Newscom)

It’s the playoffs, intensity has swelled and player’s are extra emotional, the refs should give them a bit more leeway.

Having called out the refs, though very nicely I might add, I’m pleasantly surprised at the level of physicality and talent displayed during most of the playoff series this postseason and I must say the officiating has for the most part been EQUALLY pathetic on both sides, never overtly favoring one team over another. Basically, each team is getting duped the same amount, or so it appears. And I think that’s a very fair statement, especially considering the Orlando Magic are now up 2-1 on the Cleveland Cavaliers.

David Stern is probably frantically making plans to change all that right now.

Well, it might not even matter what Stern does if Cavs players not named Lebron do not step up and make more shots.

Post from: EveryJoe

I Like Good Officiating And I Cannot Lie

Bobby Knight – beware…the refs are coming for you.

All referees will start to enforce a behavior policy that strictly prohibits coaches from using any profane or abusive language. Any violation of the new code will result in a technical foul. Personally, I have never understood the need for anybody to use profanity or vulgar language. To me, it shows a lack of intelligence and the inability to express yourself without using offensive or crude words.

The behavior policy also prohibits coaches from making wild, excessive gestures in an attempt to show up the referees. I sure hope the refs don’t get too picky with this rule. I love to watch coaches melt down on the sidelines and show emotion…as long as it is in good taste. Hopefully, this rule won’t turn all the coaches into stoic robots.

The NCAA should be applauded for trying to put an end to the abusive and profane language that is too often heard on the sidelines.

If coaches can’t find other ways to express themselves, I suggest they go to the nearest bookstore and buy a thesaurus.

Job well done, NCAA. Job well done.

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Cleaning up the sideline antics…