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NBA Fines Jaylen Brown $35,000 for Expletive-Laced Critique of Officiating

The league cited public criticism of officials after a loss marked by a 20–4 free-throw gap.

Overview

  • The NBA announced the fine Monday, penalizing Brown for comments made following Boston’s 100-95 loss to San Antonio.
  • Brown singled out crew chief Curtis Blair by name and said he would accept a fine, calling the officiating inconsistent.
  • Boston attempted four free throws to the Spurs’ 20, and Brown had zero attempts despite taking 28 shots and scoring 27 points.
  • Coverage notes Brown has voiced similar complaints this season as the Celtics rank among the league’s lowest in free-throw attempts due in part to their high 3-point volume.
  • The Celtics listed Brown as doubtful for Monday’s game against the Pacers because of back spasms.