NBA Admits Missed Call in Knicks-Hawks Game Involving Jalen Brunson

The league's Last Two Minute Report revealed a non-call traveling violation on the Knicks star in the final minutes.

Apr. 8, 2026 at 4:05am

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The New York Knicks defeated the Atlanta Hawks 108-105 on Monday, with Jalen Brunson leading the way for the Knicks with 30 points, 13 assists, and 3 rebounds. However, the NBA later acknowledged a missed traveling violation call on Brunson in the final minutes of the close game.

Why it matters

The missed call on Brunson's travel could have impacted the outcome of the game, which was decided by just 3 points. In a tight playoff race, these types of officiating errors can have significant consequences for teams fighting for postseason positioning.

The details

With around 1:16 remaining and the score tied 102-102, Brunson gathered the ball and established his right foot as his pivot foot. However, he then moved toward the basket and shuffled his feet, which constitutes a traveling violation that was not called by the officials.

  • The missed call occurred with around 1:16 remaining in the 4th quarter.
  • The Knicks defeated the Hawks 108-105 on Monday, April 8, 2026.

The players

Jalen Brunson

The Knicks' star point guard who led his team with 30 points, 13 assists, and 3 rebounds in the game.

Karl-Anthony Towns

The Knicks' second-leading scorer with 21 points, 12 rebounds, 6 assists, 2 steals, and 1 block.

Nickeil-Alexander Walker

The Hawks' leading scorer with 36 points in the losing effort.

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What’s next

The NBA will likely review its officiating procedures and training to try to minimize these types of missed calls in high-stakes games going forward.

The takeaway

This missed call on Brunson's travel highlights the ongoing challenges with officiating in the NBA, and how even small errors can have a big impact on the outcomes of close games. It's a reminder that the league must continue to prioritize improving the consistency and accuracy of its officiating to ensure the integrity of the game.