In Game 1 of the Western Conference finals, Jason Kidd exhausts both coach’s challenges before the fourth quarter, successfully overturning calls. However, NBA rules prevent further challenges, leaving the Mavericks without recourse in crunch time. LeBron James voices his discontent with the rule, asserting, “Have to change that challenge rule! No way you have 2 successful challenges and can’t anymore for the rest of the game! Makes ABSOLUTELY NO SENSE.”
Have to change that challenge rule! No way you have 2 successful challenges and can’t anymore for the rest of the game! Makes ABSOLUTELY NO SENSE
— LeBron James (@KingJames) May 23, 2024
Kidd’s second challenge on an out-of-bounds call, resulting in a jump ball, proves pivotal but risky. Despite this, the Mavericks secure a 108-105 victory over the Timberwolves, claiming a 1-0 lead in the series.
the fact that Dallas needs to challenge this , win it, and be out of challenges is atrocious rule #DALvsMIN pic.twitter.com/5IChY9v99P
— Koro (@smokinlifeboats) May 23, 2024
NBA coach’s challenges, introduced in 2019, initially allowed one challenge per team per game, with a second granted upon successful use. However, James and others still find limitations with this setup.
The Lakers, eliminated in the first round by the Denver Nuggets, maintain James’ active engagement in playoff proceedings. In another instance, during the Celtics’ win over the Pacers, James also weighs in on fouling up 3.
