I want to read Tom Delaney's book. It would be a good read. I promise, I won't buy into the conspiracy theories, I just think it would be interesting. If the NBA would come out and say the book was a work of fiction, it would still be interesting.
By the way, the book addresses the NBA's direction to its officials to keep certain games close (2003 LA Lakers vs. Sacramento Kings, 2005 NBA Finals Mavericks vs. Heat, 2000 Portland vs. LA Lakers) in order to get improved ratings and keep marquee teams in the finals to increase ratings.
Currently, the NBA has put pressure on publishers nationwide to avoid getting the book printed. Still, there are excerpts available online for those interested. It's an interesting story, whether you believe the refs are cheaters are not...click here for info
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