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Old Mon Nov 10, 2014, 07:53pm
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Originally Posted by BadNewsRef View Post
1st Amendment protections are one of things that make this country great.

I am not advocating his arrest. He has the "right" to not stand. He does not have the First Amendment protection to intentionally and publicly embarrass his employer without consequences. The NBA and the Cavaliers also have rights.

In addition, The First Amendment does not protect him against breaking the rules of the NBA.

he could tell a referee he thinks he is stupid. Is it illegal? No. Will there be consequences? Of course.
Last edited by jwwashburn; Mon Nov 10, 2014 at 08:31pm. Reason: clarification
 

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