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’No Way,’ ’Absolutely Insane’ — NBA World Reacts to Adam Silver Claiming ’Officiating Is Incredible’ Amid Mounting Outrage Against OKC

NBA Commissioner Adam Silver defended the officiating as 'incredible' despite mounting public outrage over calls in the OKC-Spurs series.
Fans and analysts questioned Silver's stance after Game 5, noting several contentious calls in the Spurs’ 127-114 loss.
The article highlights AI automation as a potential future method to remove subjective calls from referees.
The piece cites specific incidents in Game 5, including a missed goaltending call and a controversial foul on a Spurs rookie.
Silver acknowledged ongoing work to improve officiating, while critics argue for greater accountability.
The article connects Silver’s remarks to a broader debate about flopping in the league this postseason.
Analysts quote criticism from Spu rs analyst Michael Rehome and Fansided’s Clayton Anderson about Silver’s comments.
The report notes Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s alleged benefit from flopping as part of the ongoing controversy.
OKC Thunder and Spurs series context is used to frame the backlash against officiating.
The report mentions ongoing discussions about officiating and potential improvements for next season.

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