Golden State forward Draymond Green fined $50,000

Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green, left, looks to pass the ball as Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray defends during the second half of an NBA basketball game Saturday, Feb. 3, 2018, in Denver. The Nuggets won 115-108. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

NEW YORK — Golden State forward Draymond Green was fined $50,000 by the NBA on Thursday for directing inappropriate and offensive language toward a game official.

Green was ejected in the second quarter of the Warriors’ 125-105 home loss to Oklahoma City on Tuesday night after a second technical when he argued with the officials.

Last month, Green was fined $25,000 for criticizing the NBA’s officiating. He’s averaging 11.1 points, 7.8 rebounds and 7.3 assists in 47 games this season.

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