[Saba Sports News] Chris Paul’s recent ejection in Golden State’s loss to Phoenix Suns has reignited his longstanding conflict with referee Scott Foster.
The incident occurred after Paul, contesting Kevin Durant, received a foul and subsequently two technicals leading to his ejection, during which he used a disrespectful term towards Foster. This episode adds to a series of unfavorable outcomes for Paul’s teams in games officiated by Foster, breaking a 14-game playoff losing streak only last season.
Post-game, Paul revealed the conflict is personal, dating back to his time with the Clippers (2011-2017), and involves an incident concerning his son. Despite a meeting with Foster, involving Paul’s family, another official, and former Clippers coach Doc Rivers, the issue persists. Paul emphasized the need for professionalism in officiating, acknowledging his own responsibility to remain composed.
Given the duration of this feud, it raises questions about the need for league intervention to address the ongoing tension between a prominent player and an official.