Grizzlies' coach fined $15k for criticizing refs after Game 4 loss

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by: David Royer

Posted: Apr 25, 2022 / 11:36 AM AST

Updated: Apr 25, 2022 / 11:36 AM AST

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MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Memphis Grizzlies head coach Taylor Jenkins has been fined $15,000 for publicly criticizing the officiating in last week’s playoff game against the Minnesota Timberwolves.

“I’ve never seen a more inconsistent, arrogant officiated game,” Jenkins said after the Grizzlies 118-119 loss to the Timberwolves on Saturday.

The Timberwolves finished Game 4 with 40 free throw attempts and 10 fewer total fouls than the Grizzlies. Jenkins called the officiating “embarrassing.”

The NBA announced the fine Monday.

Game 5 is Tuesday night at FedExForum. The series in tied 2-2.