NBA Fined Pistons’ Evan Fournier $25K For Kicking The Ball

The NBA has fined Detroit Pistons player Evan Fournier $25,000 for kicking the ball into the crowd. Joe Dumars, an NBA executive vice president for basketball operations and a former guard for the Pistons, revealed the penalty on Monday.

NBA Fined Pistons’ Evan Fournier $25K for Kicking The Ball

Despite a buzzer-beating 3-pointer from Bam Adebayo, Detroit fell 104-101 at Miami on Saturday. The game ball was then punted into the Little Caesars Arena bleachers by the 31-year-old Fournier.

Fournier, furious after his team lost 104–101, punted the ball. Fournier is currently responsible to the league for his “misconduct.”

The 12-55 Pistons and the defending Eastern Conference Champions, the Miami Heat, squared up against one other on Sunday in a close game.

The Miami Heat had one possession remaining as they stormed down the floor, setting up Bam Adebayo for a long 3-pointer at the buzzer. Adebayo planted his feet, turned to face the hoop, and then let the shot go in.

With no time left, Evan, sick to his stomach, grabbed the ball and punted it far into the air. You can understand how Fournier’s rage erupted as Detroit came dangerously close to winning.

In 31 minutes of action, Fournier shot 6/14 from the field and 4/8 from three-point range for 18 points, four rebounds, one assist, and three steals. Despite the defeat (and the punishment), Fournier had a solid game.

After being dealt earlier this season (via the New York Knicks), the 12-year veteran is averaging 7.2 points, 1.9 rebounds, 1.3 assists, and 1.1 steals per game in 18 games. He is also shooting 37.3% from the field and 30.3% from three-point range.

With a 12-55 record through 67 games, the Pistons have struggled this season and are now the 14th seed in the Eastern Conference.

Who is Evan Fournier’s agent?

It is anticipated that he will be the Detroit Pistons’ highest-paid player in 2019. Bouna Ndiaye of Comsport is his agent.

Does Evan Fournier have a ring?

Throughout his career, Evan Fournier has not claimed any championships.

Can Evan Fournier shoot?

Of that group, Fournier is the lone wing and the only potent shooter. Over the past several years, they have attempted to address the unique necessity of floor spacing.

 

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