I personally think you're right on.
This thread actually even calls out some referees by name.
How is that profitable?
I have never refereed a basketball game but was a football referee for years (retired) and am proud to have been selected to work a state championship game. There were no problems like this from the two best football teams in the state. They were fundamentally sound and just played hard.
The OHSAA put out a memo this year lamenting similar issues as are discussed here and the fact that many new officials only last 2-3 years because of the nonsense surrounding the game. Think about that for a second.
During my officiating tenure there were schools that my crew would refuse to accept contracts from because of disrespect.
I wonder, what happens to the game when there are no experienced officials?
There is nothing wrong with being competitive yet respectful, In my years of experience, it always started with the Athletic Director's and what they deem to be acceptable behavior at their schools.
We all love high school competition, including basketball.
Come on folks, as administration, athletes, coaches and adults we can all do better!
Probably drives an IROC z28 and blasts Molly Hatchet in the parking lot after school.