In a gripping matchup, Jamal Shead's apparent game-winning layup was disallowed after video review determined he released the ball 0.1 seconds late. The Toronto Raptors faced a painful 118-117 defeat against the Washington Wizards, shifting from jubilation to despair in an instant. The dramatic final play was highlighted by a missed sideline violation call, which allowed the Raptors to execute their final play. Despite the crushing loss, Shead reflected on the experience as part of the game, while coach Darko Rajakovic noted that luck favored the Wizards this time.
Those are tough moments. You make it, it's a great moment. Sometimes you don't get the shot off in time and move on.
Tonight, luck was on their side.
The officials missed Shead stepping on the sideline trying to inbound the ball with 2.3 seconds left.
Shead appeared to hit a winning layup at the buzzer against the Washington Wizards, but he and the Raptors... ended up deflated.
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