How to write and publish a scientific paper - Barbara Gastel, Robert A. Day 2022

One more reason to cite carefully
How to cite the references
Preparing the text

Accurate citation is part of being a rigorous researcher. Whether you use reference-management software or prepare references by other means, ensure that the right reference is cited in the right place, all information in every citation is accurate, and content from the cited sources is accurately reported. Such accuracy is important in ensuring that your paper is useful to readers.

And, on a very practical note, careful citation helps keep you from alienating those evaluating your paper. Commonly, some of the referees (peer reviewers) chosen by editors are researchers whose work your paper cites. If your reference section lists their writings inaccurately, or if your text misrepresents their findings or conclusions, they might well question whether you are a careful researcher.

So, take the same care with your references that you do with other aspects of your work. The effort is likely to serve you well.