Worst calls and non-calls from Spurs-Thunder Game 2, from Isaiah Hartenstein’s hair pull to SGA flops
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Key Points:
- The Oklahoma City Thunder tied the Western Conference Finals against the San Antonio Spurs with a 122-113 win in Game 2, amid several controversial calls and non-calls favoring the Thunder.
- The Thunder's physical defense and offensive tactics to draw fouls were evident, with fans increasingly expecting favorable whistles for Oklahoma City.
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was noted for flopping to exaggerate fouls, while Isaiah Hartenstein engaged in physical play including hooking, holding Victor Wembanyama, and pulling Stephon Castle's hair.
- Isaiah Joe successfully flopped to draw a foul on Harrison Barnes, leading to an illegal screen call against Barnes.
- A questionable backcourt violation was called on Spurs guard Stephon Castle, with the call being very close and possibly incorrect.