Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards has been fined $40,000 for repeatedly publicly criticizing the officiating, it was announced today by Joe Dumars, Executive Vice President and head of Basketball Operations.
Edwards made his comments postgame following the Timberwolves’ 107-101 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder on Jan. 29 at Paycom Center.
Edward said “The cat got their tongue tonight, so it’s all good,” Edwards said of the referees. “It’s not fair, but it’s all good.” after their game against Oklahoma City Thunder
Edwards, who added he felt like the Timberwolves were playing “8-on-5,” said he doesn’t think he gets the same respect from referees as other stars in the league.
In announcing the fine Wednesday, the NBA said Edwards was disciplined for “repeatedly publicly criticizing the officiating.”
