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“This is an example of a Technical Foul for an overt gesture that exceeds the ‘Respect for the Game’ guidelines. Following the traveling call, the offensive player, Anthony Davis, spikes the ball off the floor, sending it high into the air. This type of overt gesture will be met with a technical foul, as it exceeds the respect for the game guidelines. Players can react to calls with which they disagree, provided the reaction is not overly demonstrative, disrespectful, or prolonged.”