Cleveland Cavaliers guard Ty Jerome has been fined $25,000 for publicly criticizing officiating after the team’s 133-129 overtime win against the Portland Trail Blazers on March 2, 2025. The NBA announced the fine, emphasizing the league’s commitment to maintaining respect for officials.
Jerome’s frustration boiled over postgame, particularly toward referee Natalie Sago. He didn’t hold back, stating, “I thought the refs were really bad tonight. Especially Natalie, she was really bad.” His comments quickly gained traction, sparking debate over whether he crossed the line by singling out Sago.
The NBA has a strict policy against public criticism of referees, and Jerome’s remarks were deemed unacceptable. The fine serves as a reminder that players are expected to uphold professionalism when discussing officiating. Whether Jerome will address the controversy further remains to be seen, but his wallet has already taken a hit.
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