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Ball's Foul Injures Adebayo, Controversy Ensues
15 Apr
Summary
- LaMelo Ball pulled Bam Adebayo's leg after a block.
- Adebayo suffered a lower back injury from the fall.
- The foul was not reviewed due to game continuity.
During the second quarter of a game, Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball fouled Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo. After Ball's floater was blocked by Simone Fontecchio, Ball fell and subsequently pulled Adebayo's leg as the Heat player landed from saving the ball.
Adebayo sustained a lower back injury as a result of the fall and was subsequently listed as questionable to return. The incident sparked debate about the nature of the foul.
Reports indicate the play could not be reviewed by officials. This was because the game continued immediately after the possession change, preventing a stoppage for review. Officials are restricted from reviewing such plays retroactively.
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