In a thrilling Game 4 showdown between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Minnesota Timberwolves, controversy reigned as the NBA confirmed that referees missed a crucial foul on Luka Doncic in the final moments of the game. Doncic was tripped up by Jaden McDaniels near midcourt, denying the star player a potential opportunity to tie or take the lead from the free-throw line. The Lakers, down by just one point, ultimately fell to the Timberwolves after a series of contentious calls that left fans and players alike buzzing with frustration.
Meanwhile, in another intense playoff matchup, the New York Knicks secured a narrow victory over the Detroit Pistons in Game 4 of their Eastern Conference series. A missed foul on Tim Hardaway Jr.'s 3-point shot at the buzzer raised eyebrows, with the NBA later confirming the illegal contact, albeit too late to alter the outcome. Both the Knicks and the Timberwolves now hold 3-1 leads in their respective series as the postseason drama unfolds. With tensions running high and every play under intense scrutiny, the stage is set for a dramatic Game 5 showdown between the Lakers and the Timberwolves, promising more nail-biting action and potential game-changing calls in the days to come.