gordontrue
Bandwagoner
True, but the Cavs still tried to influence the league offices decision, which is exactly what they should have done.
Were they actually able to influence the decision? Probably, but we'll never know for sure because the league office would no doubt deny it.
Kind of like when Phil used to complain about the refs after a playoff game and suddenly there'd be more favorable calls going his teams way in the next game.
Yeah, I don't know if they did or not. I mean, every one states it as fact, but I've never seen anything other than speculation. I agree with you, though, everyone is going to do anything they think they can do to help themselves.
I have my own doubts about how much contacting the league office can really help you. IMO, the only time it might is if something went undetected by the league and you bring their attention to it. In this case, the league was already fully aware of the situation, of course.