Devin Booker Responds to Fine, Rescinded Technical After Suns' Loss
Summary
The Phoenix Suns lost their third game in a row against the Oklahoma City Thunder, falling behind 0-3 in their playoff series. Devin Booker talked about a fine he received for criticizing the referees and said the fine felt like a warning not to speak out. The Suns will play Game 4 at home, trying to avoid being eliminated.Key Facts
- The Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Phoenix Suns 121-109 in Game 3 of their playoff series.
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 42 points for the Thunder.
- The Thunder played without Jalen Williams, who is injured, but Ajay Mitchell scored 15 points in his place.
- Devin Booker scored 16 points, had 7 assists, and 4 rebounds in the losing effort.
- Booker was fined $35,000 by the NBA for criticizing the referees after Game 2, but one technical foul against him was later removed.
- Booker talked about a play where he tripped over Lu Dort’s foot and said his ankle is fine after the game.
- Suns coach Jordan Ott said calls like these are important in close playoff games.
- The Suns now face elimination if they lose Game 4, which will be played in Phoenix on Monday night.
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