LaMelo Ball obviously traveled on way to 3-pointer, NBA refs confirm
Key Points:
- Minnesota Timberwolves' LaMelo Ball committed a clear traveling violation during a second-quarter 3-pointer in their game against the Miami Heat, as confirmed by the NBA referees' association.
- The referees' union posted a video on X explaining that Ball took four steps after gathering the ball, exceeding the two-step limit allowed by NBA rules.
- Even LaMelo's brother, NBA player Lonzo Ball, acknowledged the travel immediately after the play.
- Despite the consensus, LaMelo Ball denied committing a violation in a postgame interview, maintaining confidence in his move.
- The incident occurred during LaMelo Ball's debut game with Minnesota.