The NBA has recently been under fire for referees’ calls for a foul. The most recent victim of the controversial calls is Brandin Podziemski. The incident happened during a recent game between the Golden State Warriors and the Minnesota Timberwolves.
It was all going well. Both the teams had a nearly similar points tally. But it all turned the other way around when the official called a technical foul on Podziemsk. Reason? He was yelling at the refs to stop the game as some beer spilled around the sidelines. However, his expression did not go well for the Warriors, and the referees got the whistle-blowing.
NBA referees are hilarious… they gave Podz a tech for yelling at them to stop the game to clean up a beer spilled on the court. They did withdraw it. pic.twitter.com/SeNraXB7uS
— CJ Fogler 🫡 (@cjzero) December 22, 2024
Ultimately, the referee withdrew the call, leaving the fans in shock. Stephen Curry made a strong comeback and led the Bay Area team to a 113-103 victory over the Twolves on Saturday night. He scored 11 points in a row during the fourth quarter and finished the game with 31 points. Trayce Jackson-Davis supported him with 15 points and nine rebounds, while Podziemski added 12 points.
The Warriors played much better on defense this game compared to their recent loss against the Grizzlies, where they allowed a record 27 three-pointers. In this game, they held the Timberwolves to 41.9% shooting. Minnesota had a strong third quarter, scoring 38 points and taking the lead twice, but they could not overcome their early deficit of 36-15.
Brandin Podziemski’s Technical Foul Got Fans Cussing The League
The Warriors and Wolves orchestrated the drams when they were at 76 and 75, respectively, in the third quarter. As soon as the referee blew the whistle, fans shouted in disbelief. However, it also led to online basketball fans pouring out their dissatisfaction over the foul call on Podziemski and going above and beyond calling out.
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“It will most likely be rescinded, but that can cost players money. Players get fined for technical fouls,” a fan commented.
It will most likely be rescinded, but that can cost players money. Players get fined for technical fouls
— Kane the First (@KingKane75) December 22, 2024
“Adam Silver needs to get rid of these middle school refs….. They’re just awful,” another fan reacted.
Adam Silver needs to get rid of these middle school refs….. They're just awful.
— George Tai (@George8644Tai) December 22, 2024
“Yk it’s bad when those standing t wolves fans are defending him,” a user noted a unique detail.
Yk it’s bad when those standing t wolves fans are defending him
— 🇸🇴🐍🗡️ (@aykeepitabuck) December 22, 2024
“We don’t know exactly why ratings are down, but we’re looking into it,” wrote one fan.
“We don’t know exactly why ratings are down, but we’re looking into it.”
— Barry (@ThumbsUpBarry) December 22, 2024
“Wow… Then they will fine him if he gives a response when he gets asked about it in the post game, which he 100% will be asked,” another one added.
Wow… Then they will fine him if he gives a response when he gets asked about it in the post game, which he 100% will be asked.
— NUKE 🥊 (@NukeVuitton) December 22, 2024
“It’s getting worse every night , what’s going to be the turning point?” a user wrote.
It’s getting worse every night , what’s going to be the turning point?
— Gaelen (@GaelenBet) December 22, 2024
Curry made seven 3-pointers and provided 10 assists to help the Warriors regain control after giving up a 21-point lead. Anthony Edwards and Donte DiVincenzo each scored 19 points for the Timberwolves. The French center, Rudy Gobert, registered a double-double, contributing 18 points and 12 rebounds.
The Warriors played much better defense compared to their loss against the Grizzlies, where they allowed a record 27 three-pointers. In this game, they held the Timberwolves to 41.9% shooting. Minnesota had a strong third quarter, scoring 38 points and taking the lead twice. However, they could not overcome their early deficit of 36-15.
With less than four minutes left, Curry hit a crucial three-point shot after Edwards missed a free throw. He continued to score, hitting two more threes after making free throws, pushing the Warriors’ lead to 107-96. Minnesota struggled in the first half, making only 12 field goals, including four dunks, and hitting just 20% on other shots. The Warriors will face the Pacers next, while the Timberwolves travel to Atlanta to play the Hawks on Monday.
