The 2009-10 NBA season introduced expanded use of instant replay by NBA referees. Below are other updated rules changes and officiating news and notes:
Bernie Fryer, Vice President of NBA Officials answers the latest batch of rules questions from NBA fans. Read Article
Bernie Fryer, Vice President and Director of NBA Officials, takes questions about this very important rule. Read Article
Watch as Chris Paul is whistled for an offensive foul you may not have seen before. Watch Video
Ronnie Nunn helps you understand how referees determine whether a ball is in the cylinder or not. Watch Video
Ronnie Nunn, the Director of Development for Officials, explains the new 3-point video replay rule. Watch Video
What's a Mid-level Exception? How long can a free-agent contract be? How about a rookie contract? The answers to those questions and more can be found in the collective bargaining agreement that was signed in 2005 and runs through the 2010-11 season.