Jordan Poole Fined $2,000 for Flopping vs. Knicks

Washington Wizards guard Jordan Poole has been fined $2,000 by the NBA for flopping during a game against the New York Knicks, which ended with a 122-103 loss for Washington. The incident occurred in the fourth quarter when Poole dramatically fell to the floor after minimal contact from Knicks player Karl-Anthony Towns. This marks the first flopping fine of Poole's career, adding to the Wizards' struggles this season, as they hold the league's worst record at 15-55. Despite the setback, Poole led the Wizards with 25 points in the game. The NBA has been more active in penalizing flopping this season, with a history of fines dating back to the 2012-13 campaign. Poole's performance continues to be a bright spot for the struggling team, as he averages 20.5 points per game.