The NBA league officially announced that the technical fouls assessed to Luka Don\u010di\u0107 and Orlando center Goga Bitadze have been rescinded.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The incident occurred during the dramatic Lakers victory (105:104) on Saturday night, when the two players exchanged harsh words in the Serbian language while Luka was taking free throws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Had the referees\u2019 decision remained in force, it would have been Don\u010di\u0107\u2019s 16th technical foul of the season, which would automatically have meant a one-game suspension. With this move by the league, Luka remains at 15 technicals and will be available to coach J.J. Redick for the upcoming derby.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Although there were speculations about insults directed at the family, Bitadze tried to calm the situation after the game:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cI have great respect for Luka and his family. Where I come from, family is sacred. He said some inappropriate things in the Serbian language, which I understand because I played there, so I just responded to him. There was nothing directed against his closest ones.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
On the other hand, Don\u010di\u0107 admitted that he was frustrated, but also happy that the team pulled out a win that extended their incredible streak.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Los Angeles team is currently rolling over everyone with nine consecutive victories. Luka Don\u010di\u0107 is playing at an MVP level during this stretch, posting frightening statistics:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Points: 40.0 average<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Rebounds: 8.4<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Assists: 7.4<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The next test is the toughest so far \u2013 a clash against the Detroit Pistons, who are unexpectedly holding the top spot in the Eastern Conference. The game is scheduled exactly at midnight our time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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