Source: FOX News
Summary
Green Bay Phoenix men’s basketball head coach Doug Gottlieb was suspended for one game by the Horizon League after he criticized officiating following a loss to the Milwaukee Panthers. Gottlieb apologized for his comments and will miss the team’s next game against Oakland. He was upset with what he believed was inconsistency in calls during the game.
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The game followed a familiar script.
Gottlieb’s outburst was a slow burn, building up over the course of the game. He was upset about the disparity in officiating, saying that every time Milwaukee drove, it was a foul, but every time Green Bay did, it was mixed. He also slammed his hands on the table during a technical foul call.
It’s not the first time we’ve seen a coach lose their cool over officiating. It’s a moment that fans instantly recognize, a split-second decision that can change the course of a game.
This one felt recognizable early, as Gottlieb’s frustration grew with each passing minute. He’s not the first coach to vent his anger at officials, and he won’t be the last.
Green Bay’s loss to Milwaukee was a close one, with the Panthers escaping with a 75-72 win. The game came down to the wire, with the Phoenix’s Preston Ruedinger missing a potential game-tying shot at the buzzer.
Author: Evan Null
