NBA fines Timberwolves' Rudy Gobert $75,000
The NBA says Rudy Gobert was fined for making an inappropriate and unprofessional gesture.
NEW YORK – Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert has been fined $75,000 for making an inappropriate and unprofessional gesture that questions the integrity of the league and its game officials, it was announced today by Joe Dumars, Executive Vice President, Head of Basketball Operations. The fine takes into account Gobert’s history of improper conduct toward game officials.
Gobert’s actions took place during the Timberwolves’ 115-107 loss to the Denver Nuggets in Game 4 of their conference semifinals playoff series on May 12 at Target Center.