31.   It was the first time he called a foul for us.

32.   Jordan and the Bulls argued that he was tripped by Derrick McKey, but no foul was called.

33.   Jones laughed when the third foul was called Monday as he tussled with Shandon Anderson.

34.   Known for his dedication to physical play, Mahorn will not allow Glover to call a foul against him.

35.   Later in the game, Gary Payton tried unsuccessfully to drive on Jordan, then complained to an official after no foul was called.

36.   Later, Miami forward James Jones shoved Fordham after a verbal exchange, but no foul was called.

37.   Minutes earlier, Arcain had been flagrantly whacked in the face by Leslie, and no foul was called.

38.   McKey said he was also surprised no foul was called, though he said Jordan fell on his own.

39.   Mobley said he even hesitated because he expected the referee to call the foul against Lee.

40.   Mike Fratello of the Cavaliers admitted he was encouraged by the way the referees called fouls in the early minutes Thursday night.