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NBA Reinstates Veteran Referee Eric Lewis to G League After Social Media Probe

The league says his online activity did not compromise his impartiality, paving a supervised route toward a possible NBA return.

Overview

  • Lewis, 54, was assigned to the G League Winter Showcase on Dec. 19 in Orlando, working Osceola Magic vs. Noblesville Boom.
  • He completed required remediation that included stress management counseling and training on responsible use of social media.
  • The NBA said the investigation is closed and framed the move as a monitored reentry that will be judged on performance and compliance.
  • Byron Spruell said a successful G League stint could lead to select NBA regular-season games this year and potential full-time status next season.
  • A 19-season NBA official, Lewis logged 1,161 regular-season games, 91 playoff games and six Finals, and he has officiated NCAA men’s games over the past two seasons.