Los Angeles Clippers J.J. Redick issued flop warning

The NBA issued a flop warning against Clippers guard J.J. Redick for a play that occurred during Wednesday night’s win over the Hawks at Philips Arena.

With 2:45 left in the second quarter, Redick received a pass outside the 3-point line. Hawks forward Kent Bazemore ran at Redick, who stepped around and inside the line, took a shot with his split his legs in the air and stumbled upon landing. The shot was an air ball.

Bazemore was called for a foul on the play. It appeared Bazemore got a piece of Redick’s jersey in chasing past but it occurred well before the shot attempt.

According to the NBA, the flopping rule states that players may not commit any physical act that, following review, reasonably appears to be intended to cause the game officials to call a foul on another player.

Redick receives a warning for the first offense. He would receive a $5,000 fine for a second violation on an escalating scale on penalties.

Redick is the eighth player to receive a flop warning this season, including the Hawks’ Paul Millsap for a game at the Rockets on Dec. 29.

ExploreHere is video of the play involving Redick.

About the Author

Hawks start fast, but fall short against Raptors

The Hawks led by as any as 11 points with 5:44 to go in the third quarter, but the Raptors heated up and took home a 109-97 win.

Porsche, trips and more: Feds say former Hawks finance exec embezzled nearly $4M

The Hawks’ former senior vice president of financial planning and analysis allegedly spent years stealing money from the organization.

Hawks leaning on each other as they navigate Trae Young’s absence

The Hawks had a day of practice after struggling to generate offense against the Cavaliers on Sunday. That practice paid off Tuesday night when they downed the Magic 127-112.

The Latest

Credit: AP