The Los Angeles Lakers and Golden State Warriors clashed in a thrilling encounter on Saturday night, with the Warriors emerging victorious and reclaiming the 9th seed. 

However, the game was marred by chaos in the final moments, including extended reviews and shot clock malfunctions, which dampened the excitement of an otherwise entertaining matchup.

One of the pivotal moments came during an extended review of a three-point basket by LeBron James, which was ultimately nullified after officials determined that his foot had touched the out-of-bounds line. 

Reacting to this post-game, James expressed surprise, stating, “I’ve never seen that be called before like that. In that particular time. That was kind of weird. Yeah, it took some momentum away.”

James’ comments shed light on the unusual nature of the call, particularly the ability for officials to review a play from several possessions earlier. Crew Chief David Guthrie provided clarification on this specific play, citing Rule 13, Section II(f)(3), which allows for review of boundary line violations, specifically focusing on the position of the player’s feet prior to the release of the shot.

The NBA issued an official explanation shortly after the game, reaffirming the validity of the review and providing clarity on the rule in question. Despite the controversy surrounding the call, it underscored the league’s commitment to ensuring accuracy and fairness in officiating, even in high-pressure situations.