There are consequences for the players who fought during the Los Angeles Lakers vs. Houston Rockets match. Three basketball players who actively participated in this event were punished with suspensions. It's about Brandon Ingram, Rajon Rondo and Chris Paul.
The activities of Brandon Ingram, who will not be able to appear in four successive meetings of Lakers, were rated harshly. The youngest of the three suspended started the whole event by pushing and provoking James Harden. Later, he also aimed a mischievous blow against Chris Paul.
The main point of confusion in the Staples Center was a "boxing" clash between the experienced Rajon Rondo and Chris Paul. Both of them have not liked each other for a long time, so they quickly stopped to keep their nerves. Rondo was the first who hit the rival, which is why the Lakers' player will be suspended for three games, and Chris Paul, who also hit him, will be suspended for two matches.
After the whole incident, "CP3" stated that he was provoked by the fact that Rondo spit in his face. NBA has not touched this issue yet, but will investigate the matter as part of a separate investigation. Houston Rockets have given the league a video recording to confirm Paul's words.
- The penalty is not adequate. I would understand if there would be one match, but not such verdict. He earns three times more than the other two basketball players suspended for these events. It does not seem right. Other than what he was supposed to do. Let others to spit and hit his face? In these situations, it's difficult to keep your nerves in check, "said coach Mike D'Antoni.
Instead of Rajon Rondo and Brandon Ingram, Kyle Kuzma and Lonzo Ball will play in the next Los Angeles Lakers games. Eric Gordon will have to try to replace Chris Paul. In the first game after these events, Houston Rockets lost to Los Angeles Clippers 112: 115.
What do you think about it? Are those punishments adequate? Should Brandon Ingram be suspended for four games, Rajon Rondo for three, and Chris Paul for two games?
Comments