i'v emailed the nba a few different times about the officiating...they send the same response below each time...any joe shmo can hire an internet company to set up an auto-responder...bottom line...the nba does not care...anyone who believes that money is not a driving force behind the officiating/favoritism/superstar treatment/etc...it doesn't matter what you call it...is very naive...
Thank you for contacting the National Basketball Association with your concerns regarding officiating. The NBA’s highest priority is to ensure that every game is determined on its merits.
We take seriously the performance of our officials. They are subjected to incredible scrutiny by the league, including tracking every call they make and holding them to the most rigorous standard in all of sports. Not only is their past performance measured, charted, and evaluated, but we employ a system of stringent metrics designed to continually hone their skills and improve their overall ability. We strive to ensure that NBA games are officiated at the highest possible level with the understanding that perfection is an unattainable goal.
Thank you again for your concern. We appreciate your feedback regarding this issue.
Sincerely,
NBA Fan Relations