Speaking of refs shaping the game... Interesting article on how the playoffs in the bubble are changing the ref's attention sphere. Due to lack of crowd noise, they can hear assistant coaches yelling and players bemoaning more than ever. I sense some heavy technical foul issuance if/as the various series get tight and passions flare (and egos get bruised)!
Speaking of refs shaping the game... Interesting article on how the playoffs in the bubble are changing the ref's attention sphere. Due to lack of crowd noise, they can hear assistant coaches yelling and players bemoaning more than ever. I sense some heavy technical foul issuance if/as the various series get tight and passions flare (and egos get bruised)!