Dick Bavetta

Dick Bavetta is an NBA referee who has officiated games since 1975. In early June, 2008, it was reported that federal investigators had asked questions concerning Bavetta's refereeing of Game 6 of the 2002 Western Conference Finals.¹

Fast Facts

1. Born: December 10, 1939
2. Birthplace: Brooklyn, New York
3. Alma Mater: St. Francis College
4. Occupation: NBA Referee
5. Former occupation: Stock broker, Solomon Brothers
6. First year with NBA: 1975
7. Refereed controversial Game 6 of 2002 Western Conference Finals

Donaghy's Allegations

Tim Donaghy, the former NBA referee who pleaded guilty in 2007 to betting on games that he was officiating, told federal authorities that at least one referee assigned to Game 6 of the 2002 Western Conference Finals between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Sacramento Kings made calls with the express intent of tilting the game in favor of the Lakers. NBA Commissioner David Stern dismissed Donaghy's allegations as baseless.²

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