Grizzlies Coach Jenkins Fined $25,000 by NBA for Criticizing Officials

Jenkins' Criticism Follows Grizzlies' Loss to Jazz, Team's Poor Start to Season

Memphis Grizzlies head coach Taylor Jenkins has been fined $25,000 by the NBA for publicly criticizing the officials after his team's loss to the Utah Jazz.
Jenkins was particularly upset about Grizzlies center Jaren Jackson Jr.'s ejection in the third quarter and the Jazz's 29-13 advantage in free throws attempted.
This is the second time Jenkins has been fined for criticizing officials, with a previous fine of $15,000 after a playoff loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves in 2022.
The Grizzlies, who were expected to perform well this season after back-to-back seasons of 50-plus wins, currently have the NBA's worst record at 1-8.
Key players including star guard Ja Morant, forward Xavier Tillman Sr., former league MVP Derrick Rose, and center Steven Adams are currently out due to suspensions and injuries.