NBA referees are calling about 11% more personal fouls per game in these playoffs than they did during the regular season -- one of the largest differentials in NBA history.
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NBA defends 11% rise in foul calls during playoffs...
NBA referees are calling about 11% more personal fouls per game in these playoffs than they did during the regular season -- one of the largest differentials in NBA history.
Published May 13, 2026, 7:38 PM
Updated May 19, 2026, 12:24 AM937
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