Minnesota Timberwolves coach Chris Finch accused referee Tony Brothers of unprofessional conduct following a tense confrontation during Game 3 of the team's second-round playoff series against the San Antonio Spurs. The 115-108 loss saw players intervene to separate the two men late in the fourth quarter on Friday.
The incident unfolded with just over five minutes remaining when Finch sought a timeout that he claimed he had requested three seconds earlier. Brothers appeared to ignore the call, prompting Finch to voice his frustration. After the official confronted him, Naz Reid stepped between the pair to prevent further escalation. Finch later told reporters that Brothers screamed at him when he inquired about the inbound spot, describing the behavior as completely unprofessional.
