NBA issues new guidelines, instructs refs to crack down on push-offs

The NBA has issued new guidelines for the 2026-27 season, directing referees to crack down on four types of 'high-volume and highly impactful' calls, with push-offs being a primary focus. The league is instructing officials to more strictly enforce these rules to improve game integrity and consistency. The announcement reflects the NBA's ongoing effort to address player contact situations that have frequently drawn attention from fans and analysts.