ESPN excludes rules analyst Steve Javie from Game 3 broadcast

During Game 3 of the NBA Finals between the New York Knicks and the San Antonio Spurs, ESPN chose not to involve NBA rules analyst Steve Javie despite multiple controversial calls. The decision, made in the production truck, focused on relying on color analysts Richard Jefferson and Tim Legler for rules analysis instead. Controversial moments included a shove by Spurs' Victor Wembanyama on Knicks guard Jalen Brunson that went uncalled. Knicks head coach Mike Brown expressed frustration over the officiating in his postgame remarks. Future broadcasts may see Javie utilized in particularly confusing situations instead.

• 12:30 AMYahoo Sports — ESPN opted not to utilize NBA rules analyst Steve Javie during Game 3 broadcast, per report