March 10, 2025
With many booth reviews coming down to a knife’s edge, NBA referees will add another aspect to their judgment: finances and criminal records. That’s right, credit scores and prior convictions will now play a role in deciding crucial in-game reviews. An NBA spokesperson stated Monday, “This just adds another layer of protection to ensure the right decision is made. We can’t have felons shooting free throws. If a player can’t pre-qualify for a car payment, why should they benefit from a friendly call.” Fans will anxiously await the outcome of this crucial change moving forward.