As the Indiana Fever prepare to face the Las Vegas Aces at Michelob Ultra Arena, attention turns off-court. Coaches Stephanie White and Becky Hammon each received a $1,000 fine for aligning with Minnesota Lynx Head Coach Cheryl Reeve’s criticisms of WNBA refereeing.

A highly anticipated Super Bowl rematch shifted into an unexpected display of what many call the “tush push” — the NFL’s most controversial quarterback sneak. The result was a hard-fought, physical game that some sportswriters have dubbed “bully ball,” prompting ongoing debates about fairness and officiating.

In the final seconds of a tight game, NBA officials admitted to missing a crucial foul against Detroit’s Tim Hardaway Jr., sealing the New York Knicks’ 94-93 win over the Pistons. The oversight has sparked discussions on officiating in critical moments.