Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert has been hit with a significant $100,000 fine by the NBA for his recent comments directed at game officials.
The NBA’s Executive Vice President, Joe Dumars, announced the hefty penalty, citing Gobert’s inappropriate gesture and public criticism of officiating during and after the Timberwolves’ recent overtime loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Gobert’s frustration with officiating boiled over during the game, particularly after he received his sixth foul, leading to his disqualification from the game.
Following the controversial call, Gobert openly expressed his discontent with the officiating, suggesting that repeated questionable calls throughout the game influenced the outcome.
In his remarks, Gobert implied that external factors, such as sports betting, might be influencing NBA referees’ decisions during games.
The incident occurred during a crucial moment in the game when Gobert’s technical foul allowed the Cavaliers to tie the score in the closing seconds of regulation.
Despite his frustration with the officiating, Gobert acknowledged that his reaction was immature and ultimately cost his team the game.
