Mavericks Fined for ‘Bench Decorum’ in Game 7 Blowout vs. Suns

The NBA fined Dallas $50,000 for its bench celebrations during the Game 7 blowout.

The NBA announced Wednesday it has fined Dallas $50,000 for violating league rules regarding bench decorum after the Mavericks’ 123-90 win against the Suns in Game 7 of the Western Conference semifinals.

On several instances during the blowout, multiple Dallas players and staff members stood on the floor for an unnecessary amount of time, per the league.

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The league's fine for the Mavericks also reflects previous violations of the team's bench decorum throughout this year's playoffs. 

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Dallas defeated Phoenix in the series, and will face Golden State in Game 1 of the Western Conference finals on Wednesday.

Tip-off from the Chase Center in San Francisco is slated for 9 p.m. ET.

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