NBA Rules Kyrie Irving Didn’t Foul Reggie Jackson at End of Cavaliers vs Pistons

April 25th, 2016 by Matt Fitzgerald Leave a reply »

After the Cleveland Cavaliers closed out the Detroit Pistons in Sunday's 100-98 Game 4 victory, Pistons point guard Reggie Jackson complained about being fouled by Kyrie Irving on the three-pointer he attempted as time expired. 

The NBA reviewed the matter and concluded officials were correct in not whistling Irving for a foul on Jackson's last shot. Joe Wolfond of theScore reported the news Monday, citing an official Last Two Minute Report from the Association. 

Irving was instrumental in the Cavs' closeout victory to complete the sweep in Detroit, leading all scorers with 31 points, including a dagger three with 42 seconds left to put Cleveland up 100-96.

Then came the controversial defensive stop Irving recorded to seal the Pistons' fate at The Palace of Auburn Hills:



Although Jackson had 13 points and 12 assists in Game 4, he missed all six of his attempts from beyond the arc—including the one that could've extended the opening-round series.

Asked afterward what sort of ramifications officials should face when making bad calls, Jackson didn't hold back.

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