The Clippers and Thunder contributed to an extremely exciting overtime battle.
Derek Fisher's 1-second buzzer beater at the last moment helped the Clippers win this focus game.
He once again confirmed the identity of Min Congda's "lifelong enemy", causing Min Congda to be so angry at home that he smashed beer bottles and almost smashed the TV set.
Kevin Durant scored a game-high 43 points and shot 61% from the field, but was unable to lead the team to victory.
This game of the Clippers gradually showed the team's extremely deep foundation.
Starters, substitutes, multiple lineups, multiple tactical combinations, truly multiple points of blooming.
After experiencing the miraculous black eight journey last season, the Clippers have gradually revealed the characteristics of a top team.
Of course, after the game, the focus of people's post-game discussion quickly had nothing to do with the result of the game, but focused on Min Congda.
This "irritable" guy once again used explosive weapons-popcorn during the game, causing the game to be interrupted for more than five minutes.
Referee Fitzgerald was even "head-shot", once again creating a famous scene for NBA referees.
For a time, the referees' fear and anger reached their peak again.
After the game, NBA referee representative and chairman of the referee committee, Steve Jarvie, spoke out and severely criticized Min Congda's behavior of ignoring court discipline and insulting the referee.
Jarvie said: "Smart has been banned from playing before and has received treatment and evaluation from a psychologist. Now that he has made a mistake again, I think the league should not give him another chance. He should be permanently suspended and not allowed to go to the league. Watch the game live.”
Javi's voice obviously also represents the aspirations of the majority of referees.
Damn it, there is too much psychological pressure in the game with Min Congda in it!
And as usual, this guy doesn't play according to the routine. If you brag about the Clippers, you may be scolded or beaten.
After the start of this season, he has restrained himself a little bit, but who knows that he is holding back his ultimate move.
The day after the game between the Clippers and Thunder, Bozzia, the official NBA president in charge of refereeing, issued a statement: "The league will never tolerate Smart's behavior of ignoring court discipline and seriously damaging the image of referees and the league. His punishment is being studied."
Generally speaking, if the punishment is given the next day, it is usually a minor problem.
For example, if you scold the referee or make inappropriate remarks after the game, you will be fined tens of thousands of dollars as usual.
Needless to say, anyone who "needs to study it" will be severely punished.
On the morning of the 31st, Min Congda was watching the morning news in his office. He was very happy when he saw Bozia's remarks.
The resentment of Fisher's last night's game-winner was somewhat relieved. Fortunately, he seized the opportunity to give Fitzgerald a shot, otherwise he would have suffered a huge loss this time!
But the exact amount of the penalty has not been decided yet.
Min Congda estimated that New York would call him soon.
Sure enough, around 10:30, Ada called in and said: "Mr. Smart, the phone number for the New York League President's Office is line 3."
"Okay, thank you! By the way, whose call is it? President Stern or Silva!"
"Uh... the other side didn't say that."
"Okay, I understand..." Min Congda connected to line 3. He guessed it was Silva, "Adam! You haven't called me for a long time!"
"Smart, you've given me another problem."
The opponent was indeed Adam Silva. After becoming the acting president of the league, David Stern, who had recovered his health, did not rush to pay, but took the initiative to hand over his authority and position to Silva.
At present, David Stern's choice is very correct.
Because he wanted to continue to be the president, he was probably going to have a cerebral hemorrhage again yesterday.
Even if he didn't have a cerebral hemorrhage yesterday, if he calls Min Congda today, he will most likely have a heart attack.
Because Min Congda is a stubborn person who will never play his cards according to the routine and will not listen to advice.
"No, no, no, Adam, it's not a problem! I was wrong, and I'm willing to accept the punishment! If the fine is less than 1 million, I'm in a hurry."
"Smart, you know, this is not a simple matter of fines. The Referees Association has already protested. They hope to ban you from watching the game for life. They may even threaten to go on strike."
Before that, there was a strike by the players union, which had already brought the league to its deathbed.
If there is another referee strike, this season will be really exciting.
If the players don't play, there will be no games to watch, but if the game is not enforced by the referee, the game will not be played.
To a certain extent, referees are as necessary to the game as players, and both are indispensable.
If the referees really go on strike, the new season, which has finally restarted, may be suspended again.
"Does that mean that if the referees go on strike, the league will shut down?"
"Yes, there is a possibility of a second shutdown."
When Min Congda heard this, he thought: What the hell is such a good thing?
After a lockout, another lockout is coming?
If this is the case, the losses to the league and the Clippers will certainly be considerable.
Is that one step closer to bankruptcy liquidation?
Min Congda's mind was racing, thinking about how to deal with this matter to maximize his own interests.
Min Congda thought carefully. The last shutdown has been over. Is there any use in another shutdown?
Besides, what kind of trouble can a referee cause? If you don't criticize it, someone else will.
Referees are not like players. Stars are scarce resources. Without Kobe, James, and Garnett, fans will not want to watch the game.
But you said that changing the referee, from Fitzgerald to a new XXX, will there be any big impact?
Fans come to watch the stars play, not to watch the referees. Most fans don't even know who the referees are.
Moreover, the most famous referees are not famous for their good whistle blowing at all. On the contrary, the more controversial they are, the more they show off and act like monsters. Such referees leave a deep impression on fans.
This has led to some referees deliberately jumping out to steal the show, affecting the fairness of the game.
Therefore, overall, referees are important and necessary, but they are definitely not indispensable.
Min Congda can figure this out, can Silva not think of it?
"Adam, I'm afraid those referees don't dare to go on strike. Do they really think they are indispensable to the league? There are actually a lot of excellent referees in those secondary leagues, right? As long as the league is willing, they can definitely recruit them. A new batch of referees are coming and they don’t have to pay attention to Bozia and Javi.”
"Smart, what you said is a bit too easy. The training and development of referees is not that easy."
"Hey, Adam, don't come here. Don't worry, I will admit my mistake. You gave me a big enough fine. I will apologize again, but you must not suspend me. You just want to go against Javi and Bozia." . They want to use this matter to challenge your authority, and I, Smart, will be the first to refuse!"
Speaking of which, Adam Silva has gotten the answer he wanted.
The tacit understanding between the two has been greatly improved through this transaction between the Hornets, Lakers, and Clippers.
The two of them can each get what they want and work together.
The toothache has been unbearable recently, and I finally have to have my tooth extracted on Thursday. I’m really a little scared...
(End of chapter)
