**NBA Referee Scott Foster Injured in Face Collision During Playoff Game: A Tragic Comedy of Errors**
In a shocking turn of events during last night’s playoff game between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Miami Heat, NBA referee Scott Foster found himself in a face-off—literally. The incident occurred when Foster, known for his impeccable ability to make fans question their life choices, was inadvertently struck in the face by a rogue basketball launched by LeBron James, who was apparently trying to score points and not just for the highlight reel.
Witnesses report that Foster, who has been officiating since the dawn of time (or at least since the last ice age), was left momentarily dazed, staring blankly at the court as if he had just realized he forgot to turn off his oven. “I thought I was watching a game, not a slapstick comedy,” said Lakers fan and part-time philosopher, Bob “The Ref Whisperer” Jenkins. “I mean, who knew Scott Foster could take a hit like that? I’ve seen him dodge questions from players like a pro!”
Foster, who was later seen being treated with an ice pack and a side of humility, commented, “I’ve taken a lot of heat in my career, but this is the first time I’ve taken a basketball to the face. I guess I should’ve been more focused on the game instead of my Instagram followers.”
In a bizarre twist, the NBA has announced that Foster will be replaced by a cardboard cutout of himself for the remainder of the playoffs. “It’s a win-win,” said NBA Commissioner Adam Silver. “The cutout won’t make any bad calls, and it’s a lot less likely to get hit in the face.”
As for LeBron, he expressed his concern for Foster’s well-being, stating, “I just wanted to make a statement, not a faceplant. But hey, at least I didn’t hit him with my signature dunk. That would’ve been a whole different level of injury.”
In the end, the game continued, and Foster’s face became the new meme of the playoffs. Fans are already selling “Scott Foster’s Face: The New MVP” merchandise, proving once again that in the NBA, even injuries can become a source of entertainment.
