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After Lakers-Celtics Dispute, Redick Says NBA Deemed Queta’s Rim Jostle Legal

The officiating chief’s explanation allows a hand inside the rim without pulling it down.

Overview

  • JJ Redick said he spoke Monday with Monty McCutchen, who told him Neemias Queta’s play was not goaltending.
  • Redick relayed that players may put a hand into the rim and jostle it as long as the rim is not pulled down.
  • The clarification followed a disputed LeBron James attempt that drew no call during Sunday’s game in Los Angeles.
  • The Lakers lost 111-89 to the Celtics, and three technical fouls were assessed to Los Angeles, including one on Redick.
  • Redick voiced frustration and safety concerns and, hypothetically, suggested bigs like Luke Kornet or Victor Wembanyama could use rim jostling as a deterrent.