Feb 16 (Reuters) - The NBA is cracking down on 'piggyback' intentional fouls, instructing referees to potentially consider them for flagrant violations.
In a memo sent by Vice President of Basketball Operations Kiki Vandeweghe and Executive Vice President of Referee Operations Mike Bantom on Tuesday, referees were urged to take a closer look at the fouls.
"This is a potentially dangerous play against a player in a vulnerable position," the memo on the NBA's official website said.
"Please be advised that the referees have been instructed to evaluate such plays under all applicable playing rules, including the rules relating to Flagrant Fouls.