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Warriors' Coach Kerr Criticizes Officiating in Loss to Nuggets

Kerr argues current rules are enabling players to manipulate their way to the foul line, 'legislating defense out of the game.'

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SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - DECEMBER 22: Head coach Steve Kerr of the Golden State Warriors looking on calls a time-out against the Washington Wizards during the second half of an NBA basketball game at Chase Center on December 22, 2023 in San Francisco, California.
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Overview

  • Golden State Warriors' coach Steve Kerr criticizes the officiating in the team's Christmas Day loss to the Denver Nuggets, particularly the 18 free throws awarded to Nuggets' star Nikola Jokić.
  • Kerr argues that the current rules are 'legislating defense out of the game' and enabling players to manipulate their way to the foul line.
  • Despite Jokić's 18 free throws, the Warriors felt they defended him well, with Jokić only making 4 of 12 shots.
  • The Warriors' loss to the Nuggets ended their five-game winning streak, bringing their season record to 15-15.
  • Kerr's comments reflect a broader concern in the NBA about the inconsistency of officiating and its impact on the game.