If you want to get technical about it, Heat forward Chris Bosh did not raise his voice,nba playoff only his hands. The body language cost him $2,000.Bosh was one of two players charged with technical fouls during the Heat’s 102-96 loss Monday night to the Charlotte Bobcats at AmericanAirlines Arena.
Throughout the preseason, the NBA has ordered referees to strictly enforce guidelines for technical fouls. Up in arms about a debatable call? That’s a technical foul. Acerbic attitude? Technical. Voice inflection of vehemence? Technical. Rush a ref? Prepare to be greeted by “Mr. T.” It’s all about an image of respect and civility for the NBA, which has instructed players that posturing comes with a price.Fines for technical fouls begin at $2,000 apiece (up $1,000 from last season) but can increase to $5,000. One-game suspensions for repeat offenders are an added deterrent. The league cited a research study before implementing the policy. According to the NBA, fans get turned off when players start popping off.