Luka Doncic's Ejection Overturned: NBA Rescinds Technical Foul in Lakers-Thunder Clash
Source: news.source.inquirer
The NBA has rescinded the technical foul that led to the ejection of Los Angeles Lakers' Luka Doncic during their game against the Oklahoma City Thunder. The decision came after review by the league office, overturning the call made by official J.T. Orr, who believed Doncic had verbally abused him. The incident occurred in the fourth quarter of a tight game, which the Thunder ultimately won 136-120 after Doncic's exit.
Key Points
Luka Doncic was ejected from a game against the Thunder after receiving a technical foul from referee J.T. Orr.
The NBA reviewed and rescinded the technical foul, overturning Doncic's ejection.
The ejection occurred in the fourth quarter when the game was close, and the Thunder capitalized on Doncic's absence to secure victory.
Doncic claimed he was trash-talking a courtside fan, not the referee, leading to confusion and his ejection.
LeBron James expressed confusion over the referee's decision to take the incident personally.
