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Stephen Curry Assessed First Flagrant Foul of His NBA Career After Review vs. Thunder

Officials cited an extended-leg closeout into Isaiah Joe’s landing space under this season’s focus on protecting shooters.

Overview

  • The contact occurred with 1.3 seconds left in the first quarter on Isaiah Joe’s three-point attempt.
  • An initial personal foul was upgraded to a flagrant-1 on video review, with crew chief John Goble saying Joe landed on Curry’s foot, creating a potential for injury.
  • The call marked Curry’s first flagrant in 17 seasons spanning roughly 1,193 games.
  • Joe made three free throws to push Oklahoma City ahead 34-25 at the end of the quarter.
  • The upgrade prompted immediate criticism on social media as enforcement of landing-zone closeouts remains a league priority this season.