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NBA fines Smart and Kennard for ripping refs after loss
Marcus Smart was fined $35,000 and Luke Kennard $25,000 after the NBA said they criticized officials following Game 4.
- The NBA fined Los Angeles Lakers guards Marcus Smart and Luke Kennard on Monday for criticizing officiating after Game 4. Smart received $35,000 for questioning official integrity; Kennard was fined $25,000 for directing inappropriate language at referees.
- Houston's 115-96 victory at Toyota Center on Sunday sparked the controversy, pulling the Rockets within 3-1 in the Western Conference first-round series. Disputed officiating decisions and physical gameplay overshadowed the contest.
- Lakers center Deandre Ayton and rookie Adou Thiero were ejected during the contest, drawing immediate criticism. Coach JJ Redick maintained that Ayton's contact with Alperen Sengun was accidental: "It looked like he was trying to brace himself, and his arm just slipped."
- Luka Doncic stated he will pay any fines handed to Thiero, showing support for his teammate. Officiating consistency now faces heavy scrutiny heading into Game 5 at Crypto Arena.
- The Lakers hold a 3-1 series lead and seek to close out the Rockets on Wednesday at Crypto Arena. The NBA is expected to review the Flagrant 2 foul, though a downgrade to Flagrant 1 is considered more likely than further discipline.
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NBA fines Smart and Kennard for ripping refs after loss
Los Angeles Lakers guards Marcus Smart and Luke Kennard were fined by the NBA on Monday for criticism of officiating following a playoff loss at Houston, the league announced.
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NBA Announces Marcus Smart, Luke Kennard News Before Game 5
The NBA has issued discipline to two Los Angeles Lakers guards before a pivotal Game 5, adding another layer of tension to an already heated first-round playoff series.Marcus Smart, Luke Kennard Fined by NBA After Game 4According to the league’s official announcement, Marcus Smart was fined $35,000 for questioning the integrity of game officials, while Luke Kennard received a $25,000 fine for directing inappropriate language toward officials.The…
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