NBA Ejections: Crawford/Mott/Stafford (x2)

Referees Joe Crawford (crew chief), Rodney Mott (R) and Derrick Stafford (R2/umpire) ejected Clippers guard Chris Paul and Grizzlies forward Zach Randolph for second technical fouls received during the 4th quarter of the Clippers-Grizzlies game. With 7:11 remaining in the 3rd quarter, Randolph received an unsporting technical foul; with 6:07 remaining in the 3rd period, Paul received his first technical foul. In the 4th period, Paul received his second unsporting technical foul with 2:29 remaining in the contest, while Randolph received his second technical foul for violating the NBA's Respect for the Game guidelines with 1:57 remaining in regulation. At the time of the Paul ejection, the Grizzlies were leading, 113-99. At the time of the Randolph ejection, the Grizzlies were leading, 115-99. The Grizzlies ultimately won the contest, 118-105, clinching the series and eliminating the Clippers from the playoffs.

These are Joe Crawford (17)'s third and fourth involvements with ejection of the 2012-13 NBA season.
These are Rodney Mott (71)'s third and fourth involvements with ejection of the 2012-13 NBA season.*
These are Derrick Stafford (9)'s fourth and fifth involvements with ejection of the 2012-13 NBA season.*
*Mott and Stafford previously ejected Dwight Howard during these 2013 NBA playoffs.

Wrap: Los Angeles Clippers vs. Memphis Grizzlies (NBA First Round Western Conference Playoffs), 5/3/13
Video: Paul called for blindside foul on Gasol and ejected; Randolph tossed for poor sportsmanship (ESPN)

NBA Ejection: J Crawford/Corbin/Lane & TFFL Day 144

Referees Joe Crawford (crew chief), Sean Corbin (R) and Karl Lane (R2/umpire) ejected Bulls guard Kirk Hinrich for a second technical foul during the 4th quarter of the Bulls-Wizards game. With 3:19 remaining in the 4th period, Bulls center Nazr Mohammed attempted to tip in a Hinrich missed shot, but was ruled to have contacted the ball while it was still within the cylinder, resulting in offensive basket interference and a turnover. Hinrich disagreed with the call, resulting in Hinrich's two technicals, including an ejection by Corbin. At the time of the ejection, the Wizards were leading, 83-82. The Wizards ultimately won the contest, 90-86.

This is Joe Crawford (17)'s second involvement with an ejection of the 2012-13 NBA season.

This is Sean Corbin (33)'s fourth involvement with an ejection of the 2012-13 NBA season.

This is Karl Lane (77)'s third involvement with an ejection of the 2012-13 NBA season.

Wrap: Chicago Bulls vs. Washington Wizards, 4/2/13

Video: Hinrich disagrees and is dismissed by Corbin (1:42) (0:35)

2012-13 TFFL: Day 144 (3 Games, 7 Technicals, 1 Ejection)

945: #17 Joe Crawford, #33 Sean Corbin, #77 Karl Lane. Bulls' Boozer; 3rd, 10:05.
946: #17 Joe Crawford, #33 Sean Corbin, #77 Karl Lane. Bulls' Hinrich; 4th, 3:19 (consec-947).
947: #17 Joe Crawford, #33 Sean Corbin, #77 Karl Lane. Bulls' Hinrich; 4th, 3:19 (consec-946).
Chicago Bulls G Kirk Hinrich ejected (second technical).
The Washington Wizards ultimately won the contest, defeating the Chicago Bulls, 90-86.

948: #24 Mike Callahan, #47 Bennie Adams, #20 Leroy Richardson. Knicks' Anthony; 1st, 0:02.5.
949: #24 Mike Callahan, #47 Bennie Adams, #20 Leroy Richardson. Heat's Miller; 2nd, 5:59.
The New York Knicks ultimately won the contest, defeating the Miami Heat, 102-90.

950: #10 Ron Garretson, #74 Curtis Blair, #11 Derrick Collins. Mavericks' Nowitzki; 4th, 4:04.
The Los Angeles Lakers ultimately won the contest, defeating the Dallas Mavericks, 101-81.

TFFL Standings Update

1. (207 pts) Bino.

2. (203 pts) Boredcravens.

3. (191 pts) cyclone14.

4. (179 pts) flap0703.

5. (177 pts) Niicker.

NBA Ejection: Crawford/Corbin/Scott & TFFL Day 123

Referees Joe Crawford (crew chief), Sean Corbin (R) and Kevin Scott (R2/umpire) ejected Knicks guard J.R. Smith for a flagrant two foul in the 3rd quarter of the Bucks-Kings game. With 6:51 remaining in the third period, Smith excessively and unnecessarily made contact with Warriors forward Harrison Barnes' head, resulting in a flagrant one call which was changed following instant replay review to a flagrant foul penalty two. At the time of the ejection, Warriors were leading, 64-40. The Warriors ultimately won the contest, 92-63.

This is Joe Crawford (17)'s first ejection of the 2012-13 NBA season.

This is Sean Corbin (33)'s third involvement with an ejection of the 2012-13 NBA season.

This is Kevin Scott (79)'s third involvement with an ejection of the 2012-13 NBA season.

Kevin Scott and crewmates Jason Simank & Ben Taylor previously ejected Royce White (D-League; 3/3/13).

Wrap: New York Knicks vs. Golden State Warriors, 3/11/13

Video: Smith's actions ruled excessive and unnecessary, earning ejection for a flagrant foul type two

2012-13 TFFL: Day 123 (5 Games, 2 Technicals)

804: #25 Tony Brothers, #36 David Jones, #66 Haywoode Workman. Jazz's Williams, Ma.; 1st, 1:25.
805: #25 Tony Brothers, #36 David Jones, #66 Haywoode Workman. Pistons' Monroe; 3rd, 4:31.
The Utah Jazz ultimately won the contest, defeating the Detroit Pistons, 103-90.

2012-13 TFFL Standings

1. (170 pts) Bino.

2. (163 pts) Boredcravens.

3. (147 pts) Eagle_12, Drjjulius.

5. (146 pts) cyclone14.

2012-13 TFFL: Day 28, Technical Fouls 182 - 187

Day 28 of the NBA season featured 5 games which produced 6 technical fouls.

182: 55 Bill Kennedy, 20 Leroy Richardson, 60 James Williams. Suns' Brown; 3rd, 9:32 (double-183).
183: 55 Bill Kennedy, 20 Leroy Richardson, 60 James Williams. Cavaliers' Waiters; 3rd, 9:32 (double-182).
184: 55 Bill Kennedy, 20 Leroy Richardson, 60 James Williams. Suns' O'Neal; 4th, 9:47.
The Phoenix Suns ultimately won the contest, 91-78.

Referee Joe Crawford calls a blocking foul in the 4th quarter.

185: 17 Joe Crawford, 45 Brian Forte, 73 Tre Maddox. Pacers' West; 3rd, 2:56.
186: 17 Joe Crawford, 45 Brian Forte, 73 Tre Maddox. Lakers' Bryant; 3rd, 1:26.
187: 17 Joe Crawford, 45 Brian Forte, 73 Tre Maddox. Pacers' Young; 4th, 9:31.
The Indiana Pacers ultimately won the contest, 79-77.

TFFL Standings Update

1. (46 pts) ump89.

2. (43 pts) Bino, youthministeradam.

4. (42 pts) JRD.
5. (40 pts) Niicker, flasherasher.

Joey Crawford: 35-Year NBA Referee Influenced by Baseball

He's officiated NBA basketball for 35 years and nearly 2,500 games. So what do NBA referee Joey Crawford and MLB umpire Joe West have in common?

Crawford recently opened up about his long journey into basketball officiating, an open discussion about his anger management issues and upbringing influences, his quick ascent to the top of his game and a uniquely common sports injury—for a referee, at least.

Crawford made his officiating debut at age 18 in small recreational leagues near his hometown of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. After his first 13-game weekend and months of similar work, Crawford worked the Eastern League for four years, all while serving as a fill-in postal carrier in the town of Wayne, PA.

At the young age of 25, Crawford worked his first NBA game: Still a young adult, Crawford recalls the first time he met Los Angeles Lakers superfan Jack Nicholson: