Dick Bavetta

Data Disputes Tim Donaghy’s Claim About Dick Bavetta

The case of Tim Donaghy is a difficult one to analyze. The guy was thrown in prison for betting on games he officiated, shamed, disgraced, and now he’s written a book about the corruption by officials in the NBA. Skeptics will say his claims …

Close Play at the Plate, Barkley Wins the Race, Sealed with a Kiss

Charles Barkley beat Dick Bavetta in a foot-race as part of the NBA All-Star weekend festivities in Las Vegas. Barkley showboated by running the final leg backwards. After the race, the two embraced with a kiss on the lips.