NBA admits that Cavs were on the wrong end of two missed calls late in Game 1 loss to Knicks
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Key Points:
- The Cleveland Cavaliers blew a 22-point fourth-quarter lead against the New York Knicks in Game 1, with missed officiating calls playing a significant role in the collapse.
- The NBA’s Last Two Minute Report identified two missed calls that disadvantaged the Cavs and one that benefited them late in the game.
- Evan Mobley should have been called for an offensive foul on a screen against Landry Shamet, which would have given the Knicks possession, but this was missed.
- A critical missed call allowed a game-tying basket by Shamet to stand, as OG Anunoby moved illegally on a screen, impacting defensive rotations and possession.
- While officiating errors contributed to the loss, the Cavaliers ultimately bear responsibility for allowing the lead to slip away; Game 2 is scheduled for Thursday at 8 PM.