Rockets PG Fred VanVleet fined $50,000, avoids suspension for ‘profane language’ toward officials after ejection

Rockets PG Fred VanVleet fined ,000, avoids suspension for ‘profane language’ toward officials after ejection

Fred VanVleet is $50,000 lighter but avoided suspension after nearly punching an umpire in the face. (Patrick McDermott/Getty Images) The NBA has fined Houston Rockets point guard Fred VanVleet $50,000 for “confronting and directing foul language” at officials during Saturday’s loss to the Portland Trail Blazers. The The NBA announced the fine on Monday via … Read more