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Wembanyama escapes suspension after Game 4 elbow in Spurs-Wolves playoff clash
sports14 days ago

Wembanyama escapes suspension after Game 4 elbow in Spurs-Wolves playoff clash

Victor Wembanyama was ejected for a flagrant 2 elbow to Naz Reid in Game 4 of the Spurs’ playoff series with Minnesota, but will not be suspended per ESPN’s Shams Charania. He played 12 minutes and scored 4 points as Minnesota defeated San Antonio 114-109 behind Anthony Edwards' 36. A potential fine was mentioned by Windhorst, while Spurs coach Mitch Johnson defended his rookie, and the series heads to Game 5 in San Antonio.

via nypost.com|
#flagrant-foul#minnesota-timberwolves#nba-playoffs-2026
Clark’s homecoming turns tense after flagrant foul scare
sports25 days ago

Clark’s homecoming turns tense after flagrant foul scare

In a preseason home game, Caitlin Clark returned from a nine-month layoff and scored 21 points, but a collision with Alanna Smith on a shot led to a Flagrant 1 foul and sent her to the bench for the rest of the game as the Wings beat Indiana 95-80. Coach Stephanie White planned to ease her into the second half, and while Clark expressed relief at no lasting injury, the night underscored a tense restart ahead of the regular season.

via New York Post|
#caitlin-clark#dallas-wings#flagrant-foul
Ball hit with $60k in fines after flagrant-2 on Bam Adebayo ahead of play-in
sports1 month ago

Ball hit with $60k in fines after flagrant-2 on Bam Adebayo ahead of play-in

LaMelo Ball was assessed a flagrant-2 foul and fined $35,000 for making unnecessary contact with Bam Adebayo, with no suspension and Charlotte set to play in the upcoming play-in; he also drew an additional $25,000 for profane language in a postgame interview, bringing his total fines to $60,000 for Tuesday night’s game as Adebayo left with an injury risk and a late Heat comeback in a 127-126 OT win for Charlotte.

via NBC Sports|
#bam-adebayo#fines#flagrant-foul
sports2 months ago

Officials Explain Key Calls in Rockets–Timberwolves Pool Report

A pool report from the Rockets–Timberwolves game features crew chief Scott Foster explaining three officiating moments: Naz Reid’s ejection for questioning the crew’s integrity, Sengun’s contact upheld as legal since the defender beat him to the spot, and Julius Randle’s flagrant foul ruled as launching into Sengun with force and no effort to avoid contact, with the reviews confirming the calls.

via official NBA|
#basketball#ejection#flagrant-foul
Cronin ejects UCLA center; local coach's defense goes viral
sports3 months ago

Cronin ejects UCLA center; local coach's defense goes viral

In UCLA's 82-59 loss to Michigan State, coach Mick Cronin ejected center Steven Jamerson after a late flagrant foul, a moment that went viral. A Crespi High School alumni and coach, Ryan Moore, posted a defense of Jamerson on X that drew hundreds of thousands of views, highlighting Jamerson's uphill basketball journey from San Diego to UCLA and fueling debate over Cronin's handling of the incident.

via Sports Illustrated|
#flagrant-foul#michigan-state#mick-cronin
Chennedy Carter Unapologetic Over Flagrant Foul on Caitlin Clark Amid WNBA Controversy
sports2 years ago

Chennedy Carter Unapologetic Over Flagrant Foul on Caitlin Clark Amid WNBA Controversy

Chicago Sky guard Chennedy Carter expressed no regrets over her Flagrant 1 foul on Indiana Fever's Caitlin Clark, emphasizing it was a competitive, heat-of-the-moment play. The incident, which occurred during the Sky's 71-70 loss, was reviewed and upgraded by the league. Both Carter and teammate Angel Reese addressed the media, with Reese supporting Carter's actions as part of the game's physical nature. Coach Teresa Weatherspoon highlighted the importance of respecting the game while acknowledging the physicality inherent in the WNBA.

via Chicago Sun-Times|
#caitlin-clark#chennedy-carter#chicago-sky
Whoopi Goldberg Defends Controversial Foul on Caitlin Clark: 'This is Basketball!'
sports2 years ago

Whoopi Goldberg Defends Controversial Foul on Caitlin Clark: 'This is Basketball!'

Whoopi Goldberg and her co-hosts on "The View" defended a flagrant foul committed by WNBA player Chennedy Carter against star rookie Caitlin Clark, arguing that such incidents are common in basketball. The discussion highlighted the physical nature of the sport and dismissed claims that Clark was being unfairly targeted. The segment also touched on issues of race and privilege in the context of Clark's high-profile status and endorsements.

via Fox News|
#caitlin-clark#flagrant-foul#sports
WNBA Upgrades Foul on Clark, Fines Reese for Media Violation
sports2 years ago

WNBA Upgrades Foul on Clark, Fines Reese for Media Violation

The WNBA upgraded Chicago Sky guard Chennedy Carter's foul against Indiana Fever rookie Caitlin Clark to a flagrant-1 violation after reviewing the play. Carter's shoulder shot knocked Clark to the floor during a game, initially called a common foul. The league also fined Sky forward Angel Reese and the Chicago Sky for media policy violations. Despite the physicality, Clark maintained composure and continued to play effectively.

via The Independent|
#caitlin-clark#chennedy-carter#chicago-sky
WNBA Upgrades Foul on Caitlin Clark to Flagrant-1 Amid Controversy
sports2 years ago

WNBA Upgrades Foul on Caitlin Clark to Flagrant-1 Amid Controversy

The WNBA has upgraded Chennedy Carter's foul on Caitlin Clark to a Flagrant 1 after reviewing the incident from the Indiana Fever's 71-70 win over the Chicago Sky. Carter will not be fined, and both players had minimal comments post-game. Clark expressed frustration with the physicality she's facing early in her career, while Fever head coach Christie Sides condemned Carter's actions. Clark finished the game with 11 points, eight rebounds, and six assists.

via CBS Sports|
#caitlin-clark#chennedy-carter#flagrant-foul
Jaylen Brown's Controversial Foul in Game 4 Sparks NBA Fan Outrage
sports2 years ago

Jaylen Brown's Controversial Foul in Game 4 Sparks NBA Fan Outrage

Boston's Jaylen Brown hit the Pacers' T.J. McConnell in the face during a game, causing McConnell to fall hard. After review, officials deemed it a common foul, not a flagrant, as Brown was making a play on the ball without excessive force. Brown expressed respect for McConnell, while many fans and social media users disagreed with the call. The Pacers eventually lost the game and were swept in the Eastern Conference finals.

via IndyStar|
#eastern-conference-finals#flagrant-foul#jaylen-brown
Jaylen Brown's Controversial Foul on T.J. McConnell Sparks Debate
sports2 years ago

Jaylen Brown's Controversial Foul on T.J. McConnell Sparks Debate

During Game 4 between the Pacers and Celtics, Jaylen Brown struck T.J. McConnell in the face, leading to a controversial call by the referees who deemed it a common foul instead of a flagrant. The decision sparked significant backlash from fans and commentators, with many arguing that the contact warranted a flagrant foul. The Pacers lost the game 105-102 and were eliminated from the playoffs.

via IndyStar|
#flagrant-foul#jaylen-brown#nba
sports2 years ago

"Josh Hart's Ejection Overshadows Knicks' Loss to Bulls"

During the New York Knicks at Chicago Bulls game, Crew Chief Scott Foster explained that the flagrant foul penalty 2 called on Josh Hart was due to the act being considered unnecessary and excessive, with intent not factoring into the ruling. The decision involved considerations such as wind up, impact, potential for injury, and whether it was a non-basketball play. The referees took their time to unanimously agree on the ejection, emphasizing the impact of their decision on the game.

via NBA Official|
#chicago-bulls#flagrant-foul#nba