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NEW YORK – The NBA fined Minnesota Timberwolves guard Kevin Martin $15,000 on Monday for what officials deemed a “lewd gesture” in celebrating a three-point shot.
After hitting a long-range shot that gave Minnesota a 102-100 lead with 1:37 to play against Chicago on Saturday, Martin gestured with cupped hands near his crotch while looking toward the bench.
The gesture, known as the “Big Balls Dance” was popularized by former Timberwolves guard Sam Cassell, but NBA officials apparently want to stamp it out.
They have fined Marco Belinelli, Andray Blatche, Caron butler and Jameer Nelson for similar demonstrations over the past two seasons.
Andy Greder of the St. Paul Pioneer Press called Martin’s celebratory move “the most enjoyable moment” of the game, but the league didn’t see any entertainment value in it.
“Minnesota Timberwolves guard Kevin Martin was fined $15,000 by the NBA on Monday for making a lewd gesture during a game against the Chicago Bulls,” the NBA said in its brief statement.
Martin scored a season-high 33 points for the game, but the Bulls won 106-105. – Rappler.com
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