MOST CONTROVERSIAL CALLS IN NBA HISTORY

Here are some of the most controversial calls in NBA history:

Game 6 of the 2002 Western Conference Finals - In a game between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Sacramento Kings, the Lakers shot 27 free throws in the fourth quarter, many of which were considered questionable calls. The Lakers won the game, 106-102, and went on to win the series.

Game 5 of the 1994 NBA Finals - With the New York Knicks down by three points in the final seconds of the game, Knicks player John Starks attempted a three-pointer but was fouled by Houston Rockets player Mario Elie. No foul was called, and the Rockets won the game and the championship.

Game 6 of the 2006 NBA Finals - With the Miami Heat leading the Dallas Mavericks by three points in the final seconds of the game, Heat player Dwyane Wade appeared to commit a foul against Mavericks player Dirk Nowitzki, but no foul was called. The Heat won the game and the championship.

Game 3 of the 2000 Western Conference Finals - In a game between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Portland Trail Blazers, Lakers player Shaquille O'Neal appeared to foul Blazers player Arvydas Sabonis, but no foul was called. The Lakers won the game and went on to win the series.

1972 Olympic Gold Medal Game - In a game between the United States and the Soviet Union, the Soviet Union was awarded an extra possession in the final seconds of the game, which led to their winning the game and the gold medal.

These controversial calls have sparked much debate and controversy among NBA fans and analysts over the years.