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Timberwolves' Finch Ejected Amid Officiating Frustrations

12/20/2025

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On December 19, 2025, Minnesota Timberwolves coach Chris Finch was ejected from a game against the Oklahoma City Thunder after confronting officials over a no-call involving Julius Randle.
Finch earned two technical fouls six minutes into the first quarter and was restrained by staff.
The incident highlights Finch's ongoing frustration with officiating against the Thunder.
The Thunder are 25-2 and reigning champions.
Target Center crowd supported Finch during the altercation.

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Story summary

On December 19, 2025, Minnesota Timberwolves coach Chris Finch was ejected from a game against the Oklahoma City Thunder after confronting officials over a no-call involving Julius Randle.
Finch earned two technical fouls six minutes into the first quarter and was restrained by staff.
The incident highlights Finch's ongoing frustration with officiating against the Thunder.
The Thunder are 25-2 and reigning champions.
Target Center crowd supported Finch during the altercation.