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nypost.comNBA Declines to Upgrade Wembanyama’s Neck Shove on Brunson to Flagrant Foul Despite Missed-Call Criticism
The NBA declined to upgrade the contact to a flagrant foul. Wembanyama finished with 32 points as the Spurs beat the Knicks 115-111.
nypost.comCoach questions calls after 24-8 free-throw gap in second half
A coach publicly criticized officiating after one team received 24 free-throw attempts to the other’s eight in the second half. Video of an exchange with a referee during the third quarter circulated online.
winnipegfreepress.comCurtis Blair Is Only First-Time Referee Named to 2026 NBA Finals Crew Dominated by Veterans
The NBA named 12 officials for the 2026 Finals between the San Antonio Spurs and New York Knicks. Curtis Blair is the only first-time selection on the list.
ESPNNBA Selects 12 Referees for Spurs-Knicks Finals Series
The NBA named 12 officials to work the 2026 Finals between the San Antonio Spurs and New York Knicks. One referee will work his first Finals series after 18 seasons.
Fox NewsNBA Commissioner Says League Will Automate Some Replay Calls
Commissioner Adam Silver stated the NBA plans to use AI and cameras to handle certain replay decisions. The change targets out-of-bounds and similar objective calls that currently require stoppages.
EspnDevin Booker Injures Ankle Tripping Over Thunder Player's Foot in Game 3
Phoenix Suns player Devin Booker sustained a left ankle injury during Game 3 against the Oklahoma City Thunder after tripping over Lu Dort's foot. Booker returned to the game shortly after and stated he was unsure if the action was intentional. The Suns lost the game, and Booker…