During Game 2 of the 2024 NBA Finals, Dallas Mavericks star Luka Dončić took what appeared to be four clear steps without dribbling on a critical late possession. With a championship at stake, the referees swallowed their whistles, allowing the play to continue — a decision that shifted momentum in a game decided by just 3 points. The NBA's own postgame review confirmed the travel should have been called, marking the 7th time this postseason that the league acknowledged a missed call affecting a Finals outcome. Compared to the Hand of God (#1), this error is less historic but more impactful in its immediate context: a single missed travel in a 2-2 series can swing the entire title. Dončić averaged 28.9 points per game that series, yet this no-call robbed Boston of a defensive stop that could have forced overtime. The incident underscores the persistent problem of inconsistent officiating in high-stakes playoff moments, where superstars often receive preferential treatment on traveling violations.
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