Historic Call in the Arena: First-Ever Disrupting Foul Witnessed! /VIDEO/

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The American player made no attempt to play the ball, instead initiating contact to disrupt Zvezda's play. This resulted in the referees calling a 'disrupting foul,' a new rule introduced this season. Žalgiris challenged the call, but after video review, the referees' decision stood.

Ojeleye was awarded two free throws, converting one. Crvena zvezda then retained possession from the sideline. The Zvezda vice-captain capitalized on the fresh opportunity, sinking a three-pointer to effectively complete a four-point play.

The 'disrupting foul' is one of the new basketball rules implemented starting from the 2026/2027 season. It refers to illegal contact where a player intentionally disrupts a play or stops an opponent without making an attempt to play the ball. Unlike flagrant or dangerous fouls, the contact here doesn't necessarily need to be particularly forceful. The penalty is two free throws and possession for the team that suffered the foul.