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The crowd erupted, sensing the brewing conflict, as players from both teams rushed to the scene. Such fiery escalations are not uncommon in the competitive world of professional basketball, but this specific incident signaled a breaking point for both teams involved.

Ejections and Fallout

In the wake of the tussle, officials had to navigate a chaotic situation. Following the altercation, there were multiple ejections on the court. Coach Ime Udoka and assistant coach Ben Sullivan from the Rockets were confronted with decisions that would lead to their removal from the game, found guilty of provoking emotions rather than calming them.