Overview

• Fans noted the absence of any Larry O’Brien Trophy logo or Finals signage on the Paycom Center floor during Game 1 of the 2025 NBA Finals
• For Game 2 broadcasts NBA and ABC superimposed small digital Larry O’Brien Trophy images on the court, though attendees saw the same blank floor
• Viewers criticized the low-resolution graphics for glitching during replays and crowding the court, likening it to a "NASCAR hood"
• Midway through Game 2 the broadcast switched the trophy overlays to a sponsor-laden "NBA Finals Presented by YouTube TV" script, deepening fan dissatisfaction
• The NBA last used physical Finals decals in 2020 for safety reasons and is now weighing options to balance traditional court pageantry with modern broadcasting needs