Lakers’ Luke Kennard Reacts to NBA Punishment Before Game 5
Summary
The Los Angeles Lakers lost Game 4 against the Houston Rockets 115-96, extending their playoff series. After the game, Lakers players Marcus Smart and Luke Kennard were fined by the NBA for confrontations with referees, with Kennard stating he supports his teammates despite the fine.Key Facts
- The Lakers lost Game 4 to the Rockets by a score of 115-96.
- Deandre Ayton was ejected during the game for a flagrant foul involving an elbow to Alperen Sengun.
- Marcus Smart was fined $35,000 for questioning the integrity of game officials.
- Luke Kennard was fined $25,000 for using inappropriate language toward referees.
- Kennard said he will always support his teammates and aims to control his emotions better.
- Kennard joined the Lakers in a trade from the Atlanta Hawks before the February trade deadline.
- In Game 4, Kennard scored 7 points on 3-of-8 shooting; Smart scored 9 points; LeBron James scored 10 points.
- The Lakers have a chance to end the series in Game 5 and advance to face the Oklahoma City Thunder next round.
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