Breaking News: Tony Brothers Exits Game Between Celtics and Bulls

NBA Referee Leaves Court Late in Third Quarter

Brothers' Record with Celtics in Six Games

Norfolk, Virginia - September 14, 1964 - In a surprising turn of events, NBA referee Tony Brothers exited the game between the Boston Celtics and Chicago Bulls late in the third quarter at the Norfolk Scope Arena.

Brothers, a veteran referee with over 20 years of experience, had been officiating the game without incident. However, with just over two minutes remaining in the quarter, Brothers abruptly left the court and headed to the locker room.

The reason for Brothers' departure is currently unknown, and there has been no official statement from the NBA or either team.

Brothers has a long history of officiating Celtics games, having reffed six games for the team during the 2022-23 regular season. His record with the Celtics is 4-2.

The game between the Celtics and Bulls is currently being officiated by the remaining two referees.