Today's Officials April 16, 2026

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2025-26 NBA Officiating Last Two Minute Reports

April 16, 2026

Below is the league’s assessment of officiated events that occurred in the last two minutes of games that were at or within three points during any point in the last two minutes of the fourth quarter (and overtime, where applicable).…Read More

Hornets’ LaMelo Ball Fined and Assessed Flagrant Foul

April 15, 2026

NEW YORK, April 15, 2026 – Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball has been fined $35,000 and assessed a Flagrant Foul 2 upon league office review for making unnecessary and reckless contact with Miami Heat center-forward Bam Adebayo that created a significant injury risk, it was announced today by Ja…Read More

Pool Report From the Miami at Charlotte Game Tonight

April 14, 2026

The Pool Report interview was conducted by Rod Boone (Charlotte Observer) with Crew Chief Zach Zarba following Heat at Hornets game. April 14, 2026 QUESTION: Why was the play not reviewed in real time? ZARBA: The play wasn’t whistled in real time. Play continued with a fast break.…Read More

NBA Announces 36 Officials Selected For 2026 NBA Playoffs Presented by Google

April 13, 2026

– Playoff Roster Features 29 Officials With 10 or More Years of NBA Experience – NEW YORK, April 13, 2026 – The NBA today announced the 36 officials who have been selected to officiate the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs presented by Google.…Read More

2025-26 NBA Coach’s Challenge Reviews

April 13, 2026

Below are the results of Coach’s Challenges reviews for the 2025-26 Regular Season.

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