NBA admits that Cavs were on the wrong end of two missed calls late in Game 1 loss to Knicks
The NBA has acknowledged that the Cleveland Cavaliers were adversely affected by two missed calls during their Game 1 loss to the New York Knicks. Despite the Cavaliers' struggles in the postseason, these officiating errors contributed to their defeat after blowing a significant lead. The missed calls included an offensive foul that should have been called against Evan Mobley and a misidentified out-of-bounds play.
- ▪The Cavaliers lost to the Knicks after leading by 22 points in the fourth quarter.
- ▪The NBA's Last Two Minute Report confirmed two missed calls against the Cavaliers.
- ▪Evan Mobley was not penalized for an offensive foul that would have given the Knicks possession.
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