Frustration on the Court
In a striking display of frustration, Minnesota Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch was ejected just minutes into the game against the Oklahoma City Thunder last Friday. This marked the sixth season for Finch at the helm of the Timberwolves, and it was evident that the stakes were high for him as he passionately contested a controversial no-call involving star player Julius Randle.
Controversial Calls Ignite Tension
The incident occurred at the 6:23 mark of the first quarter after Randle lost possession of the ball during an offensive rebound, an event that seemed to ignite Finch’s fury.
The tension escalated earlier in the same possession when Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards was denied a foul on his layup attempt, which further fueled the coach’s ire towards the officiating crew. In a moment of exasperation, Finch unceremoniously stepped onto the court to voice his concerns to the referee, resulting in a quick ejection.
Aftermath of the Ejection
Despite being escorted away from the court by four staff members, Finch continued to express his dissatisfaction loudly, even attempting to return to confront the official as he was led back to the locker room. His outburst resonated with the Minnesota crowd, which erupted in cheers, echoing their shared discontent with the refereeing decisions.
As updates continue to emerge, the Timberwolves staff is evidently adapting to a challenging situation under Finch’s leadership.
