[Self]

I agree regarding the officials are calling the game the way they are instructed and you can't blame them. I see that point, no problem.

I do think upper mgmt is ruining the game though. I have seen the attendance numbers, and they are on the decline. I am an avid baskeball and and referee. I love the game, but I do not care for teh NBA. The college I officiate and the HS(to me) is so much more enjoyable basketball. The kids are playing there hearts out. The NBA while I understand the season is long(i've heard this) and players can't play 100% every night, is why it doesn't seem lik ethey are trying. If that is the case, then shorten the season. For that amount of money. I expect 100% every night, or close to it.

Again to me the NBA game is turning in entertainment and they are losing the battle. Hockey attendance is on the way up. I have heard from many, that the reason they feel hockey is on the way up and NBA on the way down is white america can't relate now with the players of the NBA. From looking at the crowd in attendance, they may not be far off.

Time will tell if the NBA's new rules will help.