NBA releases report on missed foul call in Timberwolves-Mavericks Game 2

The league admitted to a missed call in the final minute of the Dallas Mavericks' dramatic 109–108 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves.

NBA releases report on missed foul call in Timberwolves-Mavericks Game 2

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The NBA has admitted to a missed call in the final minute of Game 2 of the Western Conference finals between the Dallas Mavericks and Minnesota Timberwolves. With 50 seconds left, a foul was not called on Kyrie Irving for slapping Jaden McDaniels’ forearm, which caused him to lose control of the ball.

The play was initially ruled in favor of the Minnesota Timberwolves, but Mavericks coach Jason Kidd challenged the call and won, which then gave possession back to the Dallas Mavericks. However, the NBA’s Last Two Minute Report stated that a foul should have been called on Irving, which would have sent McDaniels to the free-throw line with a chance to extend the Timberwolves’ lead.

The report explained that the foul was not reviewable during the challenge, and the play was only reviewed to determine which team last touched the ball. The missed call had a significant impact on the game, as the Mavericks went on to score the final three points and secure a 2-0 series lead.

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Luka Doncic’s buzzer-beating shot has given Dallas momentum. Minnesota must regroup to overcome their challenges and keep their championship dreams alive.

Anthony Edwards received oxygen during Game 2 against Mavericks, despite downplaying it

The Timberwolves’ NBA Finals hopes are in jeopardy, and star player Anthony Edwards’ health is a concern. During their second-game loss to the Mavericks, Edwards required oxygen and briefly left the game.

Anthony Edwards disputed this as he said he felt great physically and didn’t need oxygen. He laughed off the suggestion, which contradicted earlier reports.

The series continues on Sunday with Game 3 at American Airlines Center, where the Timberwolves will look to bounce back from the missed call and get back in the series.

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