Lakers’ Luka Doncic makes financial pledge to Adou Thiero after embarrassing Game 4 ejection

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Luka Doncic has pledged to cover any fines imposed on Lakers rookie Adou Thiero after Thiero's ejection in Game 4 against the Rockets. The incident occurred late in the game following a confrontation with Rockets guard Aaron Holiday.

Key points

Luka Doncic pledged to pay any fines for Adou Thiero.
Thiero was ejected in Game 4 against the Rockets.
The ejection followed a confrontation with Aaron Holiday.
Coach JJ Redick and LeBron James criticized the ejection.
Game 5 is set for Wednesday at 7 p.m. PT.

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An image collage containing 2 images, Image 1 shows Los Angeles rookie Adou Thiero is led off the court by a member of the Lakers staff, Image 2 shows Luka Doncic standing courtside in a beige jacket with brown and purple stripes One of the biggest storylines entering the NBA playoffs was whether or not Luka Doncic would have any sort of effect this postseason. While that answer has remained at zero when it comes to matter on the court as he’s still recovering from a Grade 2 hamstring strain, Doncic is finding ways to contribute in other manners. At least financially.

After missing the beginning of the NBA playoffs due to Grade 2 hamstring strain, Lakers star Luka Doncic has agreed to pay any fine the NBA levies against Lakers rookie after he was ejected in the Game 4 loss to the Rockets. NBAE via Getty Images , Doncic has agreed to pay any NBA-levied fine given to teammate Adou Thiero after the rookie was ejected in the . With just over a minute left in the game, Thiero and Rockets veteran guard came following a three that. After being physical during the box out, the two players began jawing at one another before being separated by teammates. Typically a situation like this, particularly in the postseason, is nothing to scoff but official James Williams felt differently. After having already earlier in the game on a call that was questioned by both the Lakers and Rockets postgame, Williams asserted himself and promptly tossed Thiero and Holiday. Lakers rookie Adou Thiero and Rockets guard Aaron Holiday are both ejected by official James Williams after a slight scuffle late in the fourth quarter of Wednesday’s loss. Los Angeles rookie Adou Thiero is led off the court by a member of the Lakers staff after he was thrown out Sunday night in . The move confused and angered Lakers head coach and star . “I didn’t get a great explanation on Adou,” said Redick after the game when asked why he was ejected. “I’m sure James [Williams] will give you that.” “I’m more pissed off about them kicking Adou out,” James said after the game. “I thought that was uncalled for and made no sense. That’s the first time he’s ever been thrown out of a game in his life. I don’t think that was warranted. That was ridiculous.” Game 5 of the series between the Rockets and Lakers is set for Wednesday at 7 p.m. PT on ESPN.

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Why did Luka Doncic pledge to pay Adou Thiero's fine?

Luka Doncic pledged to pay Adou Thiero's fine after Thiero was ejected during a Game 4 loss to the Rockets, showing support for his teammate.

What led to Adou Thiero's ejection in Game 4?

Adou Thiero was ejected after a confrontation with Rockets guard Aaron Holiday, which escalated late in the game.

How did Lakers coach JJ Redick react to Thiero's ejection?

Lakers coach JJ Redick expressed confusion and anger over Thiero's ejection, stating he did not receive a satisfactory explanation.

When is Game 5 of the Lakers vs. Rockets series scheduled?

Game 5 of the series between the Lakers and Rockets is scheduled for Wednesday at 7 p.m. PT.

Lakers’ Luka Doncic makes financial pledge to Adou Thiero after embarrassing Game 4 ejection

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