The NBA playoffs are intensifying, with Minnesota Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch expressing concerns over the excessive physicality disrupting game flow. Following a loss to the Golden State Warriors, Finch pointed out the Warriors' rough treatment of Rudy Gobert, stating that clips of the fouls were submitted to the league for review. Finch believes Gobert, given his stature in the league, should not endure such physical dominance without penalties.

Warriors coach Steve Kerr echoed Finch's sentiments, admitting that officials are allowing too much contact, particularly against stars like Steph Curry. He humorously noted the difficulty of officiating games where both teams leverage physical play, suggesting that calling fouls consistently could lead to a flood of free throws, which fans would dislike. As both teams prepare for their next matchup, they are grappling with the balance between physicality and fairness in officiating.