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Refs confirm LaMelo Ball traveled before 3-pointer in Miami

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 22, 2026, 6:16 PM

Last updated Oct 22, 2026

Refs confirm LaMelo Ball traveled before 3-pointer in Miami

Summary

The NBA referee association acknowledged that LaMelo Ball committed a traveling violation on a side-step 3-pointer during Wednesday's game against the Miami Heat. This play occurred in the second quarter when the Timberwolves and Heat were tied at 39. Despite the call from the officials, Ball insisted it was a correct play during an ESPN interview. He finished the game scoring 21 points as Minnesota won 131-106 against Miami.

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By the Numbers

•LaMelo Ball traveled before a 3-pointer in Minnesota's game in Miami.
•The traveling call was confirmed by the NBA referee association.
•Ball's brother, Lonzo, commented on the traveling violation on social media.
•Minnesota won against Miami with a final score of 131-106.
•LaMelo Ball scored 21 points in his Minnesota debut.

Latest Updates

6:16 PMYahoo Sports — After review, the refs admit it: LaMelo Ball really did travel on side-step 3-pointer in Miami

What they're saying

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MIAMI (AP) — Upon review, Minnesota's LaMelo Ball traveled.The association that represents NBA referees posted a clip from Wednesday night's game between the Timberwolves and the Miami Heat and clarified — not that it needed much clarification — that Ball indeed did commit a violation on his way to a 3-pointer in the second quarter of Minnesota's win.
— Yahoo Sportsby TIM REYNOLDS

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