Stephen Curry missed the potential game-winner in the Warriors’ 103-102 loss to the Timberwolves on Friday.
But perhaps Curry wouldn’t have been in that position with correct officiating down the stretch.
Ricky Rubio should have been called for committing a loose-ball foul on Curry with 53 seconds left, according to the NBA’s Last Two Minute Report:
Rudio (MIN) makes contact with Curry (GSW) that affects his ability to retrieve the loose ball.
Because Minnesota was in the penalty, a correct call would’ve given Curry – who’s shooting 91% on free throws this season and 90% for his career – two free throws. Obviously, that might have swung the result in a one-point game.