The referee watched the replay several times, discovering that besides holding Zhang Hao, Damon Stoudamire didn't exert any forceful actions. His intention was merely to stop Zhang Hao from dunking directly, which counted as a tactical foul rather than a flagrant one. However, Zhang Hao's fierce play gave an impression of a flagrant foul.
The referee confirmed that Damon Stoudamire committed an ordinary foul, and Zhang Hao's basket was good, earning him a free throw!
During this time, Zhang Hao adjusted his emotions and made his free throw steadily.
24 to 18, the point gap widened to 6!
Now it's the Raptors' turn to attack, with Zhang Hao still defending Oliver Miller.
Oliver Miller now doesn't know how to get a position; if he's too aggressive, the opponent might pull the chair.
