NBA refs confirm LaMelo Ball's ridiculous double stepback was indeed a travel: 'He takes four steps' — SkimNews
Get the Sports newsletter
Daily sports — scores, transfers, the storylines from the leagues you actually follow. Free.
- LaMelo Ball executed a four-step double stepback during a game against the Miami Heat, a move that violates NBA traveling rules but was not called in real time
- NBA Referees confirmed the uncalled violation, stating Ball gathered with his right foot and took four steps instead of the two permitted under the rulebook
- Anthony Edwards scored 45 points in the Timberwolves' 131-106 road victory, with Ball adding 21 points and six assists in his team debut
- Richard Jefferson and Tim Legler immediately highlighted the travel on the broadcast, contributing to the play going viral across social media platforms
- Lonzo Ball reacted publicly to the clip, joining widespread fan disbelief over the missed call despite the referees' official acknowledgment postgame
Why it matters: The missed call on a high-visibility play involving a star player exposes ongoing challenges in referee consistency, especially during season openers with multiple points of emphasis, even if the game’s outcome wasn’t affected by the error.
Ask SkimNews
