Hornets get four points for a practice shot after the whistle, a breakdown

Feb 12, 2022 1.0M views 5:55
MLB St. Louis Cardinals 2022

What Happened

In a bizarre NBA sequence, the Charlotte Hornets benefit from a highly questionable call by the officials during their game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. With the Hornets trailing and the play seemingly dead, Charlotte forward takes an extra practice shot after the whistle had blown. The Cavaliers players react, trying to prevent the Hornets player from taking the shot, but the officials rule it a live play. Referee Marat Kogut, who did not hear the original out-of-bounds whistle, then calls a technical foul on the Cavaliers for interfering with the Hornets player's shot. Not only does Kogut award the Hornets a free throw, but he also surprisingly counts the practice shot as a made three-pointer, resulting in a four-point swing. The Cavaliers' coaching staff immediately protests the call, insisting the play was dead and the Hornets' shot should not have counted. Referee Brian Forte, who blew the original out-of-bounds whistle, attempts to explain the miscommunication amongst the officiating crew, but the Cavaliers remain understandably outraged. "It was a miscommunication amongst the crew about the sequence of the play," Forte says after the game. "Upon review, the out-of-bounds was called prior to the start of the field goal attempt and the shot should not have counted." Despite the officials' acknowledgment of the error, the points remain on the scoreboard, proving to be a pivotal moment in a close game. The Hornets' head coach is seen gleefully accepting the unexpected scoring windfall, while the Cavaliers' staff continues to vehemently protest the bizarre call. This highly unusual sequence highlights the challenges NBA officials face in maintaining clear communication and making split-second decisions, with the potential for significant impact on the outcome of the game. provides a vivid, detailed account of the chaotic scene, painting a picture of the players, coaches and referees caught up in the middle of this bizarre basketball moment.

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