NBA fines Nets’ Kevin Durant for throwing ball to the stands vs. the Pacers

Kevin Durant showed his frustration during the game between the Nets and the Pacers on Friday. Late in the third quarter with the Nets leading 71-67, Durant led a fast break before he was fouled by Pacers guard T.J. McConnell. 

Durant almost immediately threw the ball into the stands out of frustration and was issued a technical foul. The NBA has decided to fine Durant $25,000 for his actions on Friday night.

Following the Nets-Pacers game on Friday night, NBA officials released a statement admitting they should have tossed Durant from the game.

The Nets ended up winning the game by seven points (105-98). Durant finished the game with 22 points, 11 rebounds, and seven assists while shooting an efficient 7-of-10 from the field.

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