Atlanta Hawks star guard Trae Young was ejected from the game against Orlando after receiving two unsportsmanlike technical fouls for inappropriate behavior towards referees. Young threw the ball at a referee and kicked it away, leading to his ejection with 4:47 remaining in the game. The Hawks went on to lose 120-95, with Young expressing frustration over what he perceived as unfair officiating.
The game saw Orlando called for more personal fouls than Atlanta, with Young highlighting the physicality of the opponent. Despite his ejection, Young led all scorers with 28 points. The Hawks will face either Chicago or Miami in a crucial game to determine the No. 8 seed in the Eastern Conference, as they aim to advance to the playoffs and face No. 1 seed Cleveland. Orlando secured the No. 7 seed and will play against defending champions Boston in the first round. Coach Quin Snyder emphasized the importance of Young maintaining his composure in future games.