Paul Pierce took time to talk about officiating around the NBA. Pierce understands that players play with extreme heart.

“Players play with emotion, they play with passion. You should allow the players to react, as long as they’re not reacting towards the referee.”

Pierce mentioned that a lot of times players get upset if a call doesn’t go their way.

“Guy want to win every night… You’re tired, emotional, trying to grind out a win. You got to allow the players to be more passionate, and I think they’re taking that out of the game.”

Pierce also believes players should not be allowed to go at an official on their calls and continue to play the game.