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Dirk Nowitzki Takes Subtle Jab at Lakers After Game 2 Loss

Dirk Nowitzki Takes Subtle Jab at Lakers After Game 2 Loss

Summary

The Los Angeles Lakers lost to the Oklahoma City Thunder 125-107 in Game 2 and were unhappy with the referees. Dirk Nowitzki made a quiet comment about the Lakers struggling with free throws, while JJ Redick criticized the officiating, especially how it affected LeBron James.

Key Facts

  • The Lakers lost Game 2 to the Thunder with a score of 125-107.
  • Lakers players, led by Austin Reaves, confronted referees after the game about the calls.
  • JJ Redick said the Thunder fouled often but weren't called for it enough.
  • Dirk Nowitzki said it was unusual for the Lakers to lose the free-throw battle.
  • The Lakers had 26 personal fouls; the Thunder had 21.
  • Oklahoma City took 26 free throws; Los Angeles took 21.
  • Redick said LeBron James gets fewer fouls called for him compared to smaller players, despite getting hit a lot.
  • Game 3 is scheduled for Saturday at 8:30 p.m. ET.
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