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Old Wed Apr 18, 2007, 11:45pm
Mark Dexter Mark Dexter is offline
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Originally Posted by Dan_ref
1. Does anybody really believe Duncan was NOT behind Crawford's suspension/firing? Not an out-right demand, maybe something as innocent as "Geeze Mr Stern, I really don't feel I'll get a fair shake with that guy working my games ever again".
Not really sure on this one.

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2. Does anybody really doubt at some point in the playoffs, on some play, a close but defendable call will be made that hurts Duncan & his team in a critical sitch? Not an obvious f-you call, maybe something as innocent as "Geeze that was close...let's give this one to the other guys".
Doubtful - but, I think Duncan may have been trying to work the media in advance. That way, if the Spurs lose on "questionable calls," the fanboy monkeys will already have the "the refs are all picking on us 'cause of Joey Crawford!" conspiracy theory ready to go.
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