Knicks narrowly defeat Mavericks as offensive foul call in closing seconds sparks debate

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The New York Knicks were able to escape with a 113-111 win over the Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday night as controversy stirred over a questionable offensive foul call in the closing moments.

Mavericks point guard Brandon Williams received the ball at halfcourt with about three seconds left in the game. He was driving toward the basket with Knicks guard Landry Shamet on his hip. He was able to get around Shamet and made what the crowd thought was the game-tying basket plus the foul.

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New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) celebrates with teammate Landry Shamet (44) in the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Dallas Mavericks Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2025, in Dallas. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)

However, the foul that was called was on Williams. The NBA official said Williams hooked his arm around the Knicks defender as he was going up for the basket. A replay of the moment did show Williams’ left arm around the waist of Shamet.

Regardless, NBA fans debated whether it was the correct call.

Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd was asked what he saw on the final play.

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New York Knicks guard Landry Shamet (44) celebrates scoring a three pointer with teammates Josh Hart (3) and Karl-Anthony Towns (32) in the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Dallas Mavericks Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2025, in Dallas. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)

"Great execution. Great catch. Great pass by (Dereck Lively II)," Kidd said. "Great execution. Tough call. He got a good look. They called a foul."

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