about 9 hours ago

NBA's New Hot Stove Rule Explained

NBA has introduced a “hot-stove” rule, calling a foul when defenders hit a shooter’s arm or hand after the ball is released, contact previously ignored. The rule is meant to enhance player safety and shooting fairness. Steph Curry backed the change, calling it “overdue,” adding that protecting shooters is vital since “you don’t want to roll your ankle.”