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NBA Makes Punishment Decision for Players in Thunder-Wizards Fight

NBA Makes Punishment Decision for Players in Thunder-Wizards Fight

Summary

After a fight broke out during a basketball game between the Oklahoma City Thunder and Washington Wizards, the NBA decided on punishments for the involved players. Mitchell and Champagnie were suspended for one game, and fines were given to other players involved in the altercation.

Key Facts

  • The incident occurred during a game between the Thunder and Wizards with 27 seconds left before halftime.
  • Players Jaylin Williams and Justin Champagnie started the shoving match, leading to more players getting involved.
  • Ajay Mitchell and Justin Champagnie were suspended for one game without pay.
  • Jaylin Williams was fined $50,000, while Cason Wallace from OKC and Anthony Gill from the Wizards were fined $35,000 each.
  • The Thunder won the game 132-111, with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scoring 40 points.
  • The Wizards have struggled this season, holding a record of 16-54.

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