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The New York Knicks were able to escape with a 113-111 victory over the Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday night as controversy arose over a questionable offensive foul call in the closing moments.
Mavericks point guard Brandon Williams received the ball at half court with about 3 seconds left in the game. He drove 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 curve plus the foul.
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New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) celebrates with teammate Landry Shamet (44) during 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 wrapped his arm around the Knicks defender as he was going up for the basket. A replay of the moment showed Williams’ left arm around Shamet’s waist.
Regardless, NBA fans debated whether it was the right 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 a three-pointer with teammates Josh Hart (3) and Karl-Anthony Towns (32) during 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 (Dereck Lively II),” Kidd said. “Great execution. Tough call. He looked good. They called a foul.”
Knicks star Jalen Brunson returned to the floor and scored 28 points against his former team. He missed the last two games with an ankle sprain.
“Chaos,” Brunson said. “At the same time, we found a way to win. It was ugly. When you win ugly, it’s a sign that a team is learning, getting better. No matter what the situation is, we have to find a way to win.”
Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns added 18 points, 14 rebounds and six assists. Mikal Bridges and Josh Hart each scored 16 points. New York improved to 9-5 with the win.
Mavericks forward Naji Marshall led the team with 23 points off the bench. Max Christie added 15 and Klay Thompson scored 13.
New York Knicks guard Landry Shamet (44) is congratulated by teammate Josh Hart (3) after Shemet hit a three-pointer in the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Dallas Mavericks, Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2025, in Dallas. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)
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Dallas fell to 4-12 with the loss.
