NBA: Minnesota-Detroit ends in brawl: five players ejected

An uneasy night in the NBA, especially in the match between Minnesota and Detroit. With 8’36 to play in the second quarter, a maxi brawl broke out on the court. Blame it on a hard foul by Pistons player Ron on Reid of the Timberwolves.

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DiVincenzo did not like it and started shoving Holland. The two buckled and ended up in the front row. Soon, other players and even some coaches joined the brawl. The referees struggled to restore order. Eventually, the hefty bill came: five players ejected (Reid, DiVincenzo, Sasser, Stewart and Holland) and also two coaches (Prigioni and Bickerstaff). A fan was also involved but without any consequences.

Unfortunately, it was also played out. Minnesota, in the end, beat Detroit. The Timberwolves prevailed: 123-104 the final. Excellent performance by Edwards, who finished with 25 points. As many as 25′ points from the field for Fontecchio but only three points (1/8 from the field).

In the other games, success of Cleveland against the LA Clippers (127-122). New York also did well: 110-93 against Portland. Sharp victory for Golden State, which overwhelmed San Antonio with an overwhelming 148-106 (13 points by Curry). New Orleans also did well: 98-94 over Charlotte. Milwaukee falls, beaten by Atlanta (145-124). Philadelphia loses again: 127-109 over Toronto. Houston beats Phoenix (148-109). Sprained ankle for Durant.