Denver, Colorado – Following the Timberwolves at Nuggets game, Crew Chief Marc Davis addressed incidents that occurred during the match in a Pool Report interview conducted by Vinny Benedetto of the Denver Gazette.
When asked about an item being thrown onto the court during the first half, Davis mentioned that he, as the lead official, was not aware of it until after a score by Anthony Towns. Had they known the object came from the Denver sideline, a technical foul could have been issued under the hostile act trigger.
Davis clarified that in the event of an object being thrown in frustration rather than directly at someone, a technical foul would be levied rather than an ejection. He explained this distinction when discussing different scenarios that could transpire during a game.
Regarding an interaction with Coach Micheal Malone after a play involving Jamal Murray, Davis stated that while Malone was visibly upset, no unsportsmanlike behavior was noticed that would warrant a technical foul. This insight sheds light on the inner workings of officiating and their decisions during intense moments in a game.
Throughout the interview, Davis provided valuable insights into the decision-making process during the game and the criteria for issuing technical fouls. His explanations offered a behind-the-scenes look at the interactions between officials and coaches during high-stakes matchups in the NBA.