Who would’ve thought Bill Kennedy would become an NBA household name for his flair with the whistle? But rewind to 1999, and the veteran ref nearly lost it all over a controversial handshake after a Pistons-Hawks game. Accused off-court, Kennedy was sidelined for six games, but the investigation cleared him. Now, after 25 seasons and 1,500+ games, Kennedy’s resilience is as legendary as his calls. Thoughts on how this moment shaped his career? #Sports #Basketball #NBA