The pivotal play unfolded in the final seconds of the match. With the Lakers trailing, Luka Doncic took a shot that missed, but the ball found its way to James, who had leaked out down the court. As the clock wound down, Doncic attempted a last-second shot, which was tipped in by James just as the buzzer sounded. The crowd erupted, but the officials quickly signaled for a video review, as is standard protocol for plays that occur at the buzzer.