NBA calls for do-over in Hawks-Heat game (AP)

 
The Atlanta Hawks and Miami Heat must replay the final 51.9 seconds of their game last month because the NBA said the official scorer ruled incorrectly that Shaquille O'Neal fouled out. This will be the first time since 1982 the league has sent teams back on the court for a replay. The Hawks won 117-111 at home in overtime Dec. [link]

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