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NBA officiating

NBA Ref Tony Brothers Faces Heavy Fan Scrutiny For Joking With Lu Dort After Giving Tech to Mitch Johnson

May 27, 2026 @ 3:34am
BasketballNBAOklahoma City Thunder
College Football Network

Tony Brothers faces fans' wrath after messing around with Lu Dort following three missed calls on the Thunder.

Read moreNBA Ref Tony Brothers Faces Heavy Fan Scrutiny For Joking With Lu Dort After Giving Tech to Mitch Johnson

Mitch Johnson doesn't make any excuses about giving Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 12 free throws – sportingnews.com

May 23, 2026 @ 12:37am
BasketballNBAOklahoma City Thunder
Sporting News

Mitch Johnson doesn't make any excuses about giving Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 12 free throws  sportingnews.com

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Jaylen Brown calls for Stephen A. Smith to retire: ‘He’s the face of clickbait media’

May 17, 2026 @ 11:54pm
BasketballNBABoston CelticsPhiladelphia 76ers
Awful Announcing

It’s been an eventful month of May for Boston Celtics superstar Jaylen Brown. After leading their first-round series 3-1, the Celtics lost in seven games to the Philadelphia 76ers. Brown then went off on a Twitch stream about NBA officiating, claiming that NBA referees admit that there’s an agenda against him. The NBA fined Brown…

Read moreJaylen Brown calls for Stephen A. Smith to retire: ‘He’s the face of clickbait media’

Myles Turner Drops Explosive Claim About NBA Referees and Favoritism

May 16, 2026 @ 3:11pm
BasketballNBAMilwaukee Bucks
Total Pro Sports

Myles Turner criticizes NBA referees, comparing them to police officers who protect each other and retaliate against players who oppose them

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Suns’ Dillon Brooks Fires Off Bold Opinion on NBA Officiating Controversy

May 15, 2026 @ 5:53am
BasketballNBACleveland CavaliersDetroit PistonsMinnesota TimberwolvesPhoenix Suns
Heavy

Tony​‍​‌‍​‍‌​‍​‌‍​‍‌ Brothers has been the reason behind two of the biggest officiating controversies that have happened in the 2026 playoffs. Dillon Brooks, Phoenix Suns forward, of all players, went on Twitch to defend ​‍​‌‍​‍‌​‍​‌‍​‍‌him.In a clip shared by ClutchPoints via the Ray/Twitch stream, Brooks opened up on Brothers and the broader state of NBA officiating. […] The post Suns’ Dillon Brooks Fires Off Bold Opinion on NBA Officiating Controversy appeared first on HEAVY.

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Draymond Green on JJ Redick saying LeBron James gets the worst star player whistle: "Has he ever watched Curry play?" – Basketball Network

May 11, 2026 @ 4:29am
BasketballNBAGolden State WarriorsLos Angeles Lakers
Basketball Network

Draymond Green on JJ Redick saying LeBron James gets the worst star player whistle: "Has he ever watched Curry play?"  Basketball Network

Read moreDraymond Green on JJ Redick saying LeBron James gets the worst star player whistle: "Has he ever watched Curry play?" – Basketball Network

NBA Officiating Controversy Erupts Again as LeBron James Left Furious Over No-Call 

May 10, 2026 @ 12:26am
BasketballNBALos Angeles LakersOklahoma City Thunder
Total Pro Sports

LeBron James erupted at NBA officials after a controversial no-call on a 3-point attempt, adding fresh frustration to the Los Angeles Lakers’ troubling 0-2 playoff deficit.

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LeBron James gets an unfavorable whistle, according to Lakers head coach JJ Redick – sportingnews.com

May 8, 2026 @ 1:09am
BasketballNBALos Angeles Lakers
Sporting News

LeBron James gets an unfavorable whistle, according to Lakers head coach JJ Redick  sportingnews.com

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NBA superstar Jaylen Brown makes bombshell referee claim and says basketball has been 'ruined' in wild rant

May 4, 2026 @ 1:16pm
BasketballNBABoston Celtics
Daily Mail US Sport

Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown went on at length with criticisms of the NBA and its officiating in a livestream on Sunday evening.

Read moreNBA superstar Jaylen Brown makes bombshell referee claim and says basketball has been 'ruined' in wild rant

NBA Announces Mistake Involving Josh Hart in Knicks' Loss to Hawks

Apr 24, 2026 @ 9:34pm
BasketballNBAAtlanta HawksNew York Knicks
Athlon Sports

The referees missed an obvious shooting foul by Josh Hart in the last two minutes of the Hawks-Knicks Game 3.

Read moreNBA Announces Mistake Involving Josh Hart in Knicks' Loss to Hawks

Devin Booker Hit With Technical Foul After Hustle Play Sparks Fan Debate Over OKC Thunder Whistle

Apr 23, 2026 @ 12:45am
BasketballNBAOklahoma City ThunderPhoenix Suns
Total Pro Sports

Fans were livid at the referees after they gave Phoenix Suns star Devin Booker a technical foul for simply saving the ball from going out of bounds during a play.

Read moreDevin Booker Hit With Technical Foul After Hustle Play Sparks Fan Debate Over OKC Thunder Whistle

Bam Adebayo Addresses NBA Officiating After LaMelo Ball Incident

Apr 16, 2026 @ 8:52pm
BasketballNBACharlotte HornetsMiami Heat
Athlon Sports

Miami Heat's Bam Adebayo had something to say about the officiating after his incident with LaMelo Ball.

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‘Doesn’t Make Sense’ – Bam Adebayo Slams NBA Rulebook After LaMelo Ball’s ‘Hostile Act’ Causes Injury

Apr 16, 2026 @ 2:38pm
BasketballNBACharlotte HornetsMiami Heat
Pro Football Network

Bam Adebayo questions an NBA ruling after a controversial LaMelo Ball incident, raising concerns over officiating and delayed decisions.

Read more‘Doesn’t Make Sense’ – Bam Adebayo Slams NBA Rulebook After LaMelo Ball’s ‘Hostile Act’ Causes Injury

Stephen A. Smith sends message on Hornets’ LaMelo Ball, Bam Adebayo

Apr 15, 2026 @ 11:32am
BasketballNBACharlotte HornetsMiami Heat
ClutchPoints

Tensions ran high during the Charlotte Hornets’ 127-126 overtime win over the Miami Heat, and LaMelo Ball found himself at the center of it. After a controversial sequence that left Bam Adebayo with a back injury, Ball addressed the moment directly, offering a public apology postgame, per BleacherReport. “I apologize on that one,” Ball said, […] The post Stephen A. Smith sends message on Hornets’ LaMelo Ball, Bam Adebayo appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Read moreStephen A. Smith sends message on Hornets’ LaMelo Ball, Bam Adebayo

Female Referee’s No-Call Despite Clear Look at Chet Holmgren Sparks Fresh Concern About Thunder Whistle

Apr 8, 2026 @ 4:19pm
BasketballNBALos Angeles LakersOklahoma City Thunder
Total Pro Sports

Despite having a clear look, a female referee made no call on Chet Holmgren going out of bounds, leading fans to question whether the officials have a soft spot for the OKC Thunder.

Read moreFemale Referee’s No-Call Despite Clear Look at Chet Holmgren Sparks Fresh Concern About Thunder Whistle

NBA fesses up to two poor calls benefitting Rockets in Sunday’s Warriors loss

Apr 6, 2026 @ 5:14pm
BasketballNBAGolden State WarriorsHouston Rockets
ClutchPoints

As Stephen Curry was back for the Golden State Warriors on Sunday, it came in a 117-116 loss to the Houston Rockets, though the latest from the NBA reveals that the officiating crew got a few calls wrong towards the end of the game. Though Curry excelled for the Warriors in his return, it could’ve […] The post NBA fesses up to two poor calls benefitting Rockets in Sunday’s Warriors loss appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Cooper Flagg’s Mom Gets Upset Over Mavericks Rookie’s Treatment in the NBA

Apr 6, 2026 @ 11:57am
BasketballNBADallas Mavericks
Athlon Sports

Cooper Flagg has proven time and again that he is NBA-ready as he continues his rookie season. But along with his talent, the Mavericks star has also faced challenges dealing with aggressive fouls. Fortunately for him, his mother has often spoken up on his behalf. Flagg made history on Sunday by ...

Read moreCooper Flagg’s Mom Gets Upset Over Mavericks Rookie’s Treatment in the NBA

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Under Fire After Free Throw Disparity in Thunder’s OT Win vs. Pistons

Mar 31, 2026 @ 8:20am
BasketballNBADetroit PistonsOklahoma City Thunder
Total Pro Sports

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander drops 47 in Thunder’s win over Pistons, but controversy erupts as his 25 free throws exceed Detroit’s total 23 attempts, sparking fan backlash.

Read moreShai Gilgeous-Alexander Under Fire After Free Throw Disparity in Thunder’s OT Win vs. Pistons

Grizzlies player accused refs of sucking up to Kevin Durant

Mar 28, 2026 @ 2:44pm
BasketballNBAHouston RocketsMemphis Grizzlies
Larry Brown Sports

Memphis Grizzlies forward GG Jackson is discovering that superstars do get a slightly different whistle in the NBA. Jackson had complaints about the way Kevin Durant was officiated during the Grizzlies’ 119-109 loss to the Houston Rockets on Friday at FedExForum in Memphis, Tenn. “I felt as though I was getting downhill and being physical … The post Grizzlies player accused refs of sucking up to Kevin Durant appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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“It’s Unbelievable”- GG Jackson Calls Out Kevin Durant Over Unfair Whistle 

Mar 28, 2026 @ 1:52am
BasketballNBAHouston RocketsMemphis Grizzlies
Total Pro Sports

GG Jackson voiced frustration after the Grizzlies’ loss to the Rockets, calling out Kevin Durant and officiating inconsistencies.

Read more“It’s Unbelievable”- GG Jackson Calls Out Kevin Durant Over Unfair Whistle 

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s Free-Throw Comment on Jaylen Brown Raises Eyebrows

Mar 26, 2026 @ 6:57am
BasketballNBABoston CelticsOklahoma City Thunder
Heavy

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander did not need many words to stir conversation. After matchups between the Oklahoma City Thunder and Boston Celtics, his comments on Jaylen Brown’s free-throw success landed with subtle weight.The moment came shortly after Brown’s strong outing against Oklahoma City, where he dropped 34 points and earned 14 trips to the line. It also […] The post Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s Free-Throw Comment on Jaylen Brown Raises Eyebrows appeared first on Heavy Sports.

Read moreShai Gilgeous-Alexander’s Free-Throw Comment on Jaylen Brown Raises Eyebrows

Timberwolves fans go nuclear on Scott Foster after stunning Naz Reid ejection

Mar 26, 2026 @ 1:03am
BasketballNBAHouston RocketsMinnesota Timberwolves
ClutchPoints

The nail-biting game between the Minnesota Timberwolves and the Houston Rockets on Wednesday was marred by controversy after Naz Reid was ejected in overtime. Reid was tossed with 4:13 left in the extension after arguing with referee Scott Foster following an offensive foul call. Reid was whistled for the infraction against Alperen Sengun, but the […] The post Timberwolves fans go nuclear on Scott Foster after stunning Naz Reid ejection appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Read moreTimberwolves fans go nuclear on Scott Foster after stunning Naz Reid ejection

Ime Udoka Explodes on NBA Refs After Ejection: ‘Soft as Hell’ as Rockets Drop Out of Top 4 in West

Mar 24, 2026 @ 11:50am
BasketballNBAChicago BullsHouston Rockets
Pro Football Network

Ime Udoka ejected from Rockets vs Bulls, blasts "soft" officiating in postgame presser. Houston drops to 6th in the West.

Read moreIme Udoka Explodes on NBA Refs After Ejection: ‘Soft as Hell’ as Rockets Drop Out of Top 4 in West

The Draymond Green reason DeMarcus Cousins is blasting NBA for Lakers star Luka Doncic’s rescinded tech

Mar 23, 2026 @ 11:45am
BasketballNBADetroit PistonsGolden State WarriorsLos Angeles LakersOrlando Magic
ClutchPoints

Recently, the NBA announced that it would be rescinding the technical foul that was called on Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic during the team’s road win over the Orlando Magic over the weekend. The technical foul would have been Doncic’s 16th of the year, warranting an automatic suspension, but Doncic’s postgame explanation of the […] The post The Draymond Green reason DeMarcus Cousins is blasting NBA for Lakers star Luka Doncic’s rescinded tech appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Read moreThe Draymond Green reason DeMarcus Cousins is blasting NBA for Lakers star Luka Doncic’s rescinded tech

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