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Missed Foul Call in Knicks-Pistons Playoff Game Fuels NBA Officiating Outrage

A crucial non-call on Tim Hardaway Jr. in Game 4 leaves Pistons questioning league accountability as Knicks take 3-1 series lead.

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Overview

  • Officials failed to call a clear foul on Josh Hart against Tim Hardaway Jr. in the final seconds of Game 4, preserving the Knicks' 94-93 win.
  • The no-call denied Hardaway Jr., a reliable free-throw shooter, the chance to potentially secure a Pistons victory.
  • Tim Hardaway Sr. criticized NBA Commissioner Adam Silver and the league, calling the missed call unacceptable in a public Instagram post.
  • Pistons coach J.B. Bickerstaff demanded procedural explanations from the league, expressing frustration over the officiating decisions.
  • The controversy has reignited scrutiny of NBA officiating, with analysts and fans calling for greater accountability and review processes.