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Originally posted by Mark Padgett
Is there an official signal chart for the NBA? I haven't seen it on their website.
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Yes, it's in the back of the official rulebook. There's an abbreviated version in the back of the official's manual.
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BTW - I guess there's an official NFL signal for "givin' him the business". 
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One of the all-time great video clips of an official. It's right up there with the clip of Dick Bavetta while working a Miami/New York playoff game. A scuffle breaks out and when it settles down, Bavetta goes to the table to explain the fouls, etc. He says one player is ejected for throwing a punch. The coach (Riley, I think) says "Where did he land a punch?!?!" Bavetta turns to look at him at just points to the bridge of his own nose, which is dripping blood! Great clip.
Another Miami/New York, another scuffle and a different official. I can't remember his name, but he's one of the long time guys. You'd recognize him. When he goes to the table to sort it out, Riley approaches him to put in his two cents and the official just YELLS, "Get the h*** away from me!!!"
Good times!