NBA Identifies Multiple Missed Calls in Warriors-Grizzlies Play-In Game

The NBA's Last Two Minute Reports revealed multiple critical officiating errors in recent Golden State Warriors games, including their play-in win over the Memphis Grizzlies and the regular-season finale loss to the LA Clippers. In the Warriors-Grizzlies play-in game, four mistakes were identified: Draymond Green should have fouled out, Zach Edey should have been called for offensive goaltending, Brandin Podziemski's foul was incorrectly called, and a late out-of-bounds play incorrectly awarded possession to the Warriors instead of the Grizzlies, potentially affecting the game's outcome. Similarly, in the Warriors-Clippers game, officials missed a defensive three-second violation on Jimmy Butler in the closing moments of overtime, which could have given the Clippers a decisive advantage. These officiating errors, publicly acknowledged by the NBA, have sparked scrutiny over the impact of missed calls in crucial playoff-determining games. Despite these controversies, the Warriors advanced to the play-in tournament, while the Grizzlies must win another game to secure a playoff spot. The NBA's transparency in admitting officiating mistakes highlights ongoing challenges in ensuring fairness during high-stakes contests.