Warriors point guard Derek Fisher noticed it way back in the preseason. It seemed like every time he jabbed his arm out to hand-check an opposing dribbler on the perimeter, he heard a whistle. More scoring. That's what the league wants, ... Calling those fouls up front leads to more penetration, maybe more free throws. It's one way to get more points on the scoreboard.
Quotes about hand-check (2 Quotes)
I'm happy that they (changed) the hand-check rule, and I'm a scorer. It allows guys to really learn how to move their feet, and teaches teams to really learn if one guy gets beat, another guy has to be there. We understand that and that's what makes our defense that much better.