[JRutledge]

I wish that everyone would put to rest this "star call" idea. There was several times that Kobe Bryant went to the cup and got blocked with a lot of contact and nothing was called. It seemed like everytime someone made an ill-advised shot, they were complaining. Sounds like to me like the officials did a great job if everyone is complaining.

Also I would like to praise Danny Crawford that was doing the game. For those that watched a great deal of the game, Danny Crawford was the official that they had a "live mic" segment when Divic was complaining about a call or no call that he wanted when he flopped in front of Shaq during a dead ball. Divic kept complaining and Crawford said to him, "I did not expect you to agree." I just about fell out of my seat. Not that much different than something I would say to a player or coach.

Danny Crawford is from Naperville, IL. Basically in my back yard and is an exceptional official in my mind. I see him on many of the big games and hope to see him in the NBA Finals. Great job Danny and the rest of the crew.

Peace