Referee Mendy Rudolph elected to HOF

[jimpiano]

Originally Posted by Mark Padgett

In my book, Mendy and Earl Strom were the two best - ever.

I agree.

Strom,especially, was a guy who was never affected by a crowd, one way or the other.

[canuckrefguy]

I read Strom's book, and it was a great read. Sounds like the guy went through a lot during his career. Can't imagine having to do those guys 2-man every night

[Mark Padgett]

Originally Posted by canuckrefguy

I read Strom's book, and it was a great read. Sounds like the guy went through a lot during his career. Can't imagine having to do those guys 2-man every night

I have Strom's book and it's the best book about the NBA I have ever read. It's entitled "Calling The Shots". Note it's not just about the NBA, but Strom's entire career. For those of you from France - it has pictures.

BTW - regarding great refs, I should also give high marks to Jim Capers.