Vaden replaces Fryer as VP of officials (AP)

The NBA has chosen longtime referee Don Vaden as its new vice president and director of officials. Vaden will replace Bernie Fryer, who will become director of referee development. The league says Friday that Fryer has some health issues that make him better suited for a role with less travel. Vaden, who officiated 854 regular-season games and 59 playoff and finals games in a 15-year career, will be...

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