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Reese Hit, Flagrant Review Sparks WNBA Drama in Dream-Sun Tilt
sports11 days ago

Reese Hit, Flagrant Review Sparks WNBA Drama in Dream-Sun Tilt

In the Dream–Sun game at Mohegan Sun Arena, Angel Reese was hit in the head by Aaliyah Edwards on a second-quarter layup; Edwards’ foul was upgraded to a Flagrant 1 after review. Reese confronted Edwards as the play unfolded, and the incident comes amid ongoing WNBA debates about hard fouls and related off-court controversy, including past incidents and discussions about transgender athletes in women’s sports. Reese finished with eight points, 15 rebounds and four blocks in a 104-69 Dream win.

via New York Post|
#aaliyah-edwards#angel-reese#dream-sun-game
Florida AG weighs in after brutal WNBA foul on Sophie Cunningham
sports16 days ago

Florida AG weighs in after brutal WNBA foul on Sophie Cunningham

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier commented on X after DiJonai Carrington’s flagrant-2 foul on Sophie Cunningham in a Fever-Sky game, suggesting such plays wouldn’t happen in Florida and noting the state no longer has a WNBA team; the piece also notes Florida’s former WNBA clubs and that the AG’s office had not yet provided a comment as possible disciplinary actions unfold.

via Fox News|
#dijonai-carrington#florida-attorney-general#foul
Wembanyama shove on Brunson ruled a foul, not flagrant in NBA Finals
sports2 months ago

Wembanyama shove on Brunson ruled a foul, not flagrant in NBA Finals

The NBA admitted a foul should have been called on Victor Wembanyama’s first-quarter shove of Jalen Brunson in Game 3, but the play will not be upgraded to a flagrant. With Wembanyama at two flagrant points already, an upgrade could have triggered a suspension; the ruling preserves his availability for Game 4 and adds to the ongoing debate over officiating and the series’ physicality, including notes about free-throw disparities.

via CBS Sports|
#flagant#foul#jalen-brunson
Nuggets blast Dort foul on Jokic as tensions simmer
sports5 months ago

Nuggets blast Dort foul on Jokic as tensions simmer

Denver’s outrage over Lu Dort’s flagrant foul on Nikola Jokić persisted two days after the incident, with coach David Adelman calling the hit malicious and a cheap shot; Jokic acknowledged battling emotions and said such plays have no place, while Thunder coach Mark Daigneault faced questions over his response ahead of a rematch in Oklahoma City.

via The New York Times|
#dort#foul#jokic
Concerns Mount Over Tom Aspinall's Eye Injury and Its Impact
sports10 months ago

Concerns Mount Over Tom Aspinall's Eye Injury and Its Impact

Tom Aspinall's fight at UFC 321 was stopped due to an eye poke that caused a suspected corneal abrasion, leading to visual impairment. Medical experts emphasized the difference between an eye looking okay and functioning properly, highlighting the trauma's impact on vision and recovery prospects. Aspinall's injury underscores the risks of eye pokes in MMA, with a rematch already scheduled.

via Yahoo Sports|
#corneal-abrasion#eye-injury#foul
Caitlin Clark and WNBA Players Criticize Officiating in Recent Games
sports1 year ago

Caitlin Clark and WNBA Players Criticize Officiating in Recent Games

The article discusses a controversial no-call in a WNBA game between the New York Liberty and Indiana Fever, where Caitlin Clark believed she was fouled on the final play, but replays showed no contact. CBS commentator Steve Overmyer criticized Clark's reaction, highlighting the ongoing debate over officiating and player conduct in the league.

via Awful Announcing|
#caitlin-clark#controversial-call#foul
"Celtics' Controversial Win Over Kings: Refs Miss Crucial Foul, Reserves Shine, and Game-Winning Shot"
sports2 years ago

"Celtics' Controversial Win Over Kings: Refs Miss Crucial Foul, Reserves Shine, and Game-Winning Shot"

The NBA admitted that referees missed a crucial foul on Kings' Colby Jones by Celtics' Svi Mykhailiuk in the final seconds of a game against the Boston Celtics, which could have resulted in free-throw attempts for Jones to potentially tie or win the game. Kings coach Mike Brown expressed frustration with the non-call, stating that it was tough to swallow and questioning whether his team deserved to win. The missed call has sparked debate about the potential impact on the game's outcome.

via Yahoo Sports|
#boston-celtics#foul#missed-call
"Cal Bears Face Butler Bulldogs in Search of First Road Win"
sports2 years ago

"Cal Bears Face Butler Bulldogs in Search of First Road Win"

The Cal Men's Basketball team faced off against Butler in a game that went into double overtime. Despite a strong effort, Cal ultimately lost the game. Fans expressed frustration with the referees and highlighted missed foul calls. The team showed resilience and fought hard throughout the game, but struggled with second chance points and midrange defense.

via Write For California|
#butler#cal-mens-basketball#foul
Controversial Foul Call Decides Suns vs. Jazz Thriller
sports2 years ago

Controversial Foul Call Decides Suns vs. Jazz Thriller

The Utah Jazz vs. Phoenix Suns game ended in controversy as referees overturned a foul call on the final play, giving the Suns a 140-137 victory. Crew chief Zach Zarba defended the decision, stating that there was clear evidence that Kevin Durant made legal contact with the basketball first. However, Durant disagreed, calling the call ridiculous and stating that he didn't touch the opposing player. Lauri Markkanen, the player involved in the play, believed he was fouled but acknowledged the referees' decision. The article also discusses the complexities of the play, including whether Durant landed in Markkanen's landing space and if his off-hand contact constituted a foul.

via Salt Lake Tribune|
#controversy#foul#nba