NBA goes 2-man

[Dribble]

For those of you familiar with FIBA 2-person mechanics, the NBA 2-man is very similar.

Speaking of taking your eyes off players too soon, Ron Garretson took his off Paul Pierce and Ron Artest while retrieving the OOB ball and Pierce pushed Artest to the ground. I know Ron and I'm sure he's not happy about that. Personally, I still think he's one of the best refs in the NBA.

Logistically, the NBA would have a tough time getting alternates to each of the playoff sites in the earlier rounds. Every round the NBA officials "make the cut" they get a monetary bonus, so by adding alternates you're introducing less qualified individuals into the mix and paying them for not reffing. That being said, it's still probably better having 2 officials and the alternate ref than just 2 officials, and the NBA has the money to pay the alternates.

Just food for thought...