Marcus Smart’s ejection for throwing a punch could lead to further sanction from NBA office

Houston Rockets guard Marcus Smart could face a fine or suspension after being ejected for punching Golden State Warriors center Charles Bassey during Wednesday night’s game. Officials ruled the contact to Bassey’s nose a Flagrant 2 foul, which carries an automatic ejection. The NBA is reviewing the incident, and a decision could come before Houston’s next game on Friday. Bassey said Smart had been playing dirty; coach Ime Udoka relayed Smart’s view that they became tangled and he felt challenged.