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OSHKOSH, WI - February 7: Wisconsin Herd coach Chase Buford argues a call in their game against the Fort Wayne Mad Ants in a NBA G-League action on February 7, 2020 at the Menominee Nation Arena in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Mike E. Roemer/NBAE via Getty Images)
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Wisconsin Herd HC Chase Buford Suspended After Calling Referee 'F--king Clown'

Joseph ZuckerFeb 24, 2020

The NBA G League suspended Wisconsin Herd coach Chase Buford for two games for criticizing the officiating after his team's 126-117 defeat to the Grand Rapids Drive on Sunday, according to Shams Charania of The Athletic and Stadium.ย 

Buford told reporters the referees' performance had been "unprofessional" and "embarrassing." He also singled out refereeย Matt Rafferty, whom he called a "f--king clown," per Ryan Rodig ofย WFRV-TV:

Herd general manager Dave Dean said in a statement the team was considering how it would discipline Buford (h/t USA Today's Scott Gleeson).

Buford also apologized for the comments: "I deeply apologize for my behavior. It was unprofessional and I'm embarrassed. It's a tough learning experience as a first-year head coach and I am truly sorry, and will grow from this."

The Herd were whistled for 21 personal fouls in Sunday's game compared to 13 for the Drive. Grand Rapids also attempted 18 free throws, nine more than Wisconsin.

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