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Quin Snyder Ejected for Defending Trae Young in Hawks-Raptors Game

The Atlanta Hawks' coach was ejected after a heated dispute over a missed foul call, sparking discussions on player safety and refereeing standards.

  • During a game against the Toronto Raptors, Hawks coach Quin Snyder was ejected for vehemently protesting a missed foul call on Trae Young.
  • Snyder's ejection followed a confrontation with officials over illegal contact by Raptors' Jakob Poeltl, leading to Young's injury.
  • Referee Karl Lane admitted post-game that the contact was indeed illegal, but defended the ejection based on Snyder's aggressive behavior.
  • The incident has ignited debates on player safety, the role of referees, and the balance between passion and penalty in the NBA.
  • Snyder emphasized the importance of focusing on team performance and areas for improvement, despite the controversy.
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