Warriors point guard Derek Fisher noticed it way back in the preseason. It seemed like every time he jabbed his arm out to hand-check an opposing dribbler on the perimeter, he heard a whistle. More scoring. That's what the league wants, ... Calling those fouls up front leads to more penetration, maybe more free throws. It's one way to get more points on the scoreboard.
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