ESPN announcers react to LaMelo Ball non-travel call in Timberwolves game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 22, 2026, 2:00 AM
Last updated Oct 22, 2026
During the NBA's first full night of action on October 21, LaMelo Ball showcased his skills with a strong performance for the Minnesota Timberwolves, scoring 16 points in the first half. However, ESPN's announcing team was taken aback by a no-call on what appeared to be a clear traveling violation during a three-point shot attempt. Mike Breen, Tim Legler, and Richard Jefferson expressed disbelief, with Breen insisting the call should have been made. The incident sparked discussion about the leniency often shown by NBA referees regarding traveling violations, raising questions about how it might affect the integrity of the game as this season continues.
- •LaMelo Ball scored 16 points in the first half for the Timberwolves.
- •ESPN announcers reacted strongly to a non-travel call during Ball's three-pointer.
- •Mike Breen emphasized that the traveling violation should have been called.
- •The incident underscores ongoing issues with NBA refereeing and traveling calls.
- 2:00 AMYahoo Sports — ESPN announcers incredulous over LaMelo Ball non-travel
"The NBA season saw it’s first full night of action on Wednesday with most of the league’s teams playing their first game of the season. That meant we got our first look at LaMelo Ball teaming up with Anthony Edwards for the Minnesota Timberwolves. Our first look at NBA refereeing was a reminder that we…
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