NBA Fines Houston Rockets Coach and Players

The NBA has imposed fines totaling $100,000 on three members of the Houston Rockets following their conduct during a 120-111 loss to the Sacramento Kings. Coach Ime Udoka received the largest fine of $50,000 for confronting an official and using profane language, as well as for failing to leave the court promptly after his ejection. Forward Tari Eason was fined $35,000 for throwing a towel at a fan and using inappropriate language, while center Alperen Sengun was fined $15,000 for similar conduct towards a referee. The incidents occurred late in the game when Udoka and Sengun were ejected after expressing frustration over uncalled fouls. Udoka publicly criticized the officiating in a postgame press conference, remarking on missed calls he deemed obvious. The Rockets, now 15-7, are currently positioned second in the Western Conference as they prepare to face the Golden State Warriors next.