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The “Zaza Rule”: How A Spurs-Warriors Playoff Collision Reshaped NBA Closeout Rules

Summary by Total Pro Sports
Kawhi Leonard (Image Credits: Imagn) During the 2017 NBA Playoffs, a single play between the Golden State Warriors and the San Antonio Spurs sparked a major rule change in the league. Kawhi Leonard, the Spurs’ star player, was injured after landing on Zaza Pachulia’s foot during a jump shot, forcing him to leave the game. Many believed the closeout by Pachulia was reckless and dangerous, even if unintentional. Leonard’s injury shifted the moment…
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Total Pro Sports broke the news in on Friday, July 18, 2025.
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