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Originally posted by Love2ref4Ever
I know for a fact that Ms. Devalle could officiate on this level if given the opportunity.
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Now, let's look at this statement. You know this for a fact? You've seen her officiate in NBA camps or in NBA preseason games? You've been through the NBA wars and know exactly what it takes to officiate in the NBA? You understand their all their philosophies, mechanics, and rules? With all due respect, I don't believe you can answer yes to any of those questions. Your statement is your opinion, it is not a fact. For you to make such a statement as "fact," is no different than the average fan sitting in the stands and saying that Chuck Elias or Mark Padgett is a great official or that he stinks. The fan isn't qualified to make that statement, and neither are you concerning Ms. Devalle.
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The sad thing about the officiating business in the NBA is this "code of silence" that seems to be demanded of there officials.
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What code of silence is that?
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Who brought Dee Kantner into the league? Was this observer/recruiter instructed to look for some women officials to bring into the league.
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That would be Rod Thorn and Darrell Garrettson, both of whom no longer work for the NBA. What does it matter whether they were instructed to bring women into the league or not? First, you complain about Ms. Devalle not being hired, then you complain about Ms. Kantner and Ms. Palmer being hired. I'm sorry but I don't understand your argument.
Could Ms. Devalle officiate in the NBA?
We'll never know, will we?