The Copa America 2024 has been marred by controversial refereeing decisions, with several calls leaving players, coaches, and fans bewildered. This article examines some of the most questionable calls, including the USA-Uruguay group stage match and the Colombia-Panama quarterfinal clash, highlighting the impact these decisions had on the tournament’s outcome.
Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James has expressed frustration with the NBA’s replay center following a questionable call in their Game 2 loss to the Denver Nuggets. The incident occurred in the third quarter when Michael Porter Jr. of the Nuggets was called for a shooting foul on D’Angelo Russell. However, after a replay review, the call was overturned, much to the dismay of James and Russell. James criticized the decision, questioning the purpose of the replay center if it cannot overturn clear fouls. He also cited a similar incident in the Sixers-Knicks game, suggesting a pattern of inconsistent officiating in the playoffs.
