Lakers D Angelo Russell Slapped with Massive Fine What Really Happened After Playoff Exit

The Lakers' playoff elimination takes a controversial turn as D'Angelo Russell faces a $25,000 fine for verbally abusing a game official. With the team's tumultuous season culminating in a disappointing loss to the Denver Nuggets, Russell's actions add fuel to the post-playoff drama. As the organization undergoes changes with the firing of coach Darvin Ham, the fallout from Russell's incident highlights the challenges and pressures of postseason competition.