Portlaoise Panthers Decline Replay of Controversial Quarter-Final Ending

Despite orders from Basketball Ireland, the team cites the spirit of the game and impracticality as reasons for their refusal.

Portlaoise Panthers refuse to replay the final 0.3 seconds of their quarter-final loss to Limerick Sport Eagles, despite Basketball Ireland's order.
The controversy began after Limerick's win was called into question due to a disputed foul call at the buzzer.
Basketball Ireland and the National Appeals Committee faced confusion over the decision-making process, with initial rulings being overturned.
The refusal is based on the belief that replaying such a brief moment goes against the spirit of basketball and would not be in anyone's interest.
Basketball Ireland has stated it will not comment further, leaving the semi-final match between Limerick Sport Eagles and Moy Tolka Rovers in limbo.