Fox News Flash top sports headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on Foxnews.com. First-year Philadelphia 76ers head coach Nick Nurse's wallet will be a little lighter after the NBA issued a $50,000 fine for his actions toward referees in a recent game.
The Sixers' Kelly Oubre Jr. was also assessed a $50,000 fine. Philadelphia lost 108-107 to the Los Angeles Clippers Wednesday.
During the game, Nurse "aggressively" pursued and "verbally" abused the game's officials, according to the league. Oubre's actions during the heated confrontation were described as "obscene" with gestures directed at referees.
The game ended when Clippers star Kawhi Leonard blocked an Oubre attempt at the rim. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Philadelphia 76ers head coach Nick Nurse reacts with guard Kelly Oubre Jr. (9) during the first quarter against the Charlotte Hornets at Spectrum Center in Charlotte, N.C., Dec.