Overview
- Cal’s Dai Dai Ames hit a 3-pointer and, after multiple reversals, officials ruled a shooting foul; he made the free throw for a 72-71 win with about five seconds left.
- After the buzzer, Notre Dame coach Micah Shrewsberry charged toward referee Adam Flore and was restrained by players and staff.
- The ACC issued a public reprimand for violating its sportsmanship policy and announced no suspension or fine in a statement closing the case.
- Shrewsberry released a statement apologizing, calling his actions inappropriate and pledging to be better.
- Broadcast replays and public commentary questioned the decisive call and the conference’s response, with analyst Seth Davis saying he was shocked there was no suspension.