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sports13 days ago•2 min saved

Lakers Hit by One-Game Ban, Yet Might Benefit More Than Hurt

Luka Doncic will miss Monday’s game against the Wizards after receiving his 16th technical foul, a one-game suspension the piece argues is the best possible timing for the Lakers as Washington’s tanking posture and poor current form give LA a favorable chance to win. The Lakers still push for a top-three seed with tougher tests ahead (Cavaliers, Thunder, Mavericks), and Austin Reaves and LeBron James are expected to carry more of the load in Doncic’s absence. The league won’t rescind the technical, and Doncic should return soon, but this break could help LA fine-tune for a stretch run that could define their playoff positioning.

via Lake Show Life|

#lakers #luka-doncic #nba

sports19 days ago•28 min saved

Dončić avoids suspension as NBA overturns 16th technical foul

The NBA league office overturned Luka Dončić’s 16th technical foul, sparing him an automatic one-game suspension after a heated double-technical exchange with Goga Bitadze in the Lakers’ 105-104 win over the Magic. Dončić said Bitadze insulted his family, but officials ruled the incident did not warrant a season-altering penalty, leaving him at 15 technicals as Los Angeles rides a nine-game win streak into a key matchup.

via OutKick|

#goga-bitadze #los-angeles-lakers #luka-doncic

sports19 days ago•6 min saved

Doncic faces possible suspension after 16th tech tied to heated exchange

Lakers star Luka Doncic earned his 16th technical foul of the season after a heated exchange with Orlando’s Goga Bitadze, which could trigger a one-game suspension unless the league rescinds it; Bitadze disputes Doncic’s account and says the two were taunting each other, with officials citing mutual taunting during the sequence that decided the 105-104 win.

via Los Angeles Times|

#lakers #luka-doncic #nba

sports20 days ago•2 min saved

Doncic Set to Sit as 16th Technical Foul Triggers Suspension vs Pistons

Luka Dončić is set to miss the Lakers’ road game vs Detroit after earning his 16th technical foul of the season in Saturday’s win at Orlando; LA has appealed to rescind the foul, arguing officials should have warned earlier. Dončić, who remains one of the NBA's top players with about 33.4 points, 8.4 assists and 7.9 rebounds per game, helped LA extend a nine-game win streak. If the 16th T stands, he would begin a suspension pattern of one game per two techs for the rest of the season, though the Lakers still have 11 regular-season games remaining.

via Bleacher Report|

#lakers #luka-doncic #nba

sports1 month ago•1 min saved

Jaylen Brown Ejected After Two Technical Fouls in Celtics-Spurs

Pool-report details from the Celtics–Spurs game on March 10, 2026, stating Jaylen Brown was ejected after two technical fouls: the first for aggressively pointing and using profanity following a no-call, the second for aggressively approaching a game official with pointing and profanity; officials noted no foul on the play preceding the first tech.

via official NBA|

#boston-celtics #ejection #jaylen-brown

sports1 month ago•2 min saved

Fears Tech Foul for Groin Kick in MSU-Michigan Clash

Michigan State guard Jeremy Fears Jr. was assessed a dead-ball technical for kicking toward Michigan guard Elliot Cadeau’s groin early in the first half of the MSU–Michigan Big Ten rivalry, a moment that adds to scrutiny of Fears’ on-court conduct ahead of postseason play.

via On3|

#basketball #elliot-cadeau #jeremy-fears-jr

nba1 month ago•5 min saved

Trae Young Ejected Before Debut for Wizards, In Civvies

Trae Young, newly acquired by the Washington Wizards and sidelined by a knee issue, made headlines by getting ejected from a Rockets-Wizards game while still in civilian clothes after receiving two technical fouls for arguing, a rare pre-debut ejection that the piece frames as a quirky attempt to spark buzz for a tanking Wizards season.

via Defector|

#ejection #nba #technical-foul

sports3 months ago•0 min saved

Ausar Thompson Ejected for Contact with Official in Pistons-Mavericks Game

Ausar Thompson was ejected for aggressively approaching an official, and J.B. Bickerstaff received a technical foul for continuous complaining during the Detroit at Dallas game on December 18, 2025.

via official NBA|

#ausar-thompson #detroit-at-dallas #ejection

sports7 months ago•2 min saved

Angel Reese Suspended for One Game After Eighth Technical Foul

Angel Reese of the Chicago Sky was suspended for one game after her eighth technical foul of the season, which was called during a game against the Sun. The foul was due to a 'flail' on the court deemed unsportsmanlike by officials. Reese, who finished the game with 18 points and 13 rebounds, will sit out the next game against the Fever. The suspension is part of WNBA rules where additional technicals lead to further suspensions, and the Sky are nearing the end of their season with a 10-30 record.

via New York Post|

#angel-reese #chicago-sky #sports

sports10 months ago•1 min saved

Angel Reese Achieves First Triple-Double Amid On-Court Tensions

Angel Reese of the Chicago Sky is facing potential fines and suspension after receiving a technical foul during a game against the Connecticut Sun, with further penalties possible if the league does not rescind the foul.

via Athlon Sports|

#angel-reese #chicago-sky #punishment

sports1 year ago•3 min saved

Jaylen Brown's Tech Foul Sparks Celtics-Bucks Rivalry

Boston Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla praised Jaylen Brown's technical foul during a game against the Milwaukee Bucks, highlighting it as a pivotal moment that energized the team. The technical occurred after a tense interaction with Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo, stemming from previous on-court incidents. Despite the physicality and playoff-like atmosphere, the Celtics secured their third win against the Bucks this season, showcasing strong defense and teamwork.

via MassLive.com|

#boston-celtics #giannis-antetokounmpo #jaylen-brown

sports1 year ago•3 min saved

Dan Hurley's Technical Foul Sparks Memphis Upset Over No. 2 UConn in Maui

UConn's head coach Dan Hurley received a critical technical foul in overtime, contributing to the team's 99-97 loss to Memphis in the Maui Invitational, ending their 17-game winning streak. Hurley's outburst over a controversial call led to Memphis scoring crucial free throws. Despite the loss, analysts believe UConn will recover, while Hurley is expected to learn from the incident.

via NJ.com|

#dan-hurley #maui-invitational #memphis

sports1 year ago•2 min saved

Caitlin Clark Leads Fever to Victory Over Lynx Amid Fan Frenzy

Caitlin Clark of the Indiana Fever received a technical foul for a "hostile act" after swiping at Minnesota Lynx's Cecilia Zandalasini during the Fever's 81-74 victory. Clark, who had 17 points and six assists, is now three technical fouls away from a one-game suspension. The Fever are currently seventh in the standings with an 11-14 record.

via Fox News|

#caitlin-clark #indiana-fever #minnesota-lynx

sports1 year ago•1 min saved

Caitlin Clark Leads Fever to Comeback Win Over Lynx Amid Controversy

Caitlin Clark received her fourth technical foul of the season for striking Lynx player Cecilia Zandalasini in the face during the Indiana Fever's 81-74 win over the Minnesota Lynx. The incident occurred after Zandalasini fouled Clark, who responded with a swipe in frustration. Clark is now three technicals away from a one-game suspension. Despite the foul, Clark contributed 17 points, six assists, and three rebounds, helping the Fever secure their third win in four games.

via New York Post |

#caitlin-clark #indiana-fever #minnesota-lynx

sports1 year ago•2 min saved

WNBA Rescinds Angel Reese's Controversial Ejection

The WNBA has rescinded one of Angel Reese's technical fouls from a game against the New York Liberty, reducing her fine from $400 to $200. Reese was ejected after receiving a double technical for "disrespectfully addressing" an official and "waving her hand in dismissal." Lonzo Ball has offered to pay Reese's fines, showing support for the rookie player.

via New York Post |

#angel-reese #lonzo-ball #new-york-liberty