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NBA Fines LaMelo Ball $100,000 for Offensive Comment in Postgame Interview
Nov 17, 2024, 08:10 PM
Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball has been fined $100,000 by the NBA for making an offensive and derogatory comment during a postgame interview following the team's 115-114 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks. The controversial remark, which was deemed 'anti-gay', occurred when Ball said 'no homo' during the interview. The fine was announced by Joe Dumars, the NBA's Executive Vice President and Head of Basketball Operations.
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