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NBA upholds challenge ruling assessing late foul to Bam Adebayo

The whistle occurred with 1.7 seconds left on the clock.

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What happened: The NBA's Last Two Minute Report confirmed the officiating outcome on Erik Spoelstra's late-game challenge. League review affirmed that an offensive foul was not warranted on the play and that the defensive foul was properly assessed to Bam Adebayo.

Why it matters: The ruling solidifies the league's officiating interpretation on challenge reviews involving secondary contact and block-charge determinations on final possessions. The clarification establishes the official record on late-game replay protocols without altering the original result.

By the numbers: Adebayo has recorded 18.6 points per game and 8.3 rebounds per game and 3.5 assists per game in 2026-27 through 8 games.

What to watch: Adebayo continues his frontcourt workload as regular-season action progresses through November.

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