NBA Addresses Controversial Calls in Recent Games

The NBA has acknowledged three incorrect calls that favored the Denver Nuggets in their recent overtime victory against the Houston Rockets. In a report released by the league, it was confirmed that fouls against Houston's Kevin Durant and Amen Thompson were incorrectly called, while a foul against Denver's Tim Hardaway Jr. should have been called.

Rockets head coach Ime Udoka criticized the officiating, stating that the referees had 'no business being out there' and described the game as one of the most poorly officiated he has seen in a long time.

The incorrect calls came during critical moments of the game, including a foul on Durant after he blocked a shot by Nikola Jokic, which resulted in free throws that extended Denver's lead. Additionally, a shove by Hardaway on Alperen Sengun and a foul on Thompson for a steal attempt against Jamal Murray were also called incorrectly.

A significant call not reviewed in the report involved Thompson tripping Hardaway, which resulted in a tying free throw for the Nuggets. This scrutiny of officiating reflects ongoing concerns within the league regarding the standards of officiating in critical game moments.