Bulls' Kevin Huerter Ejected for Lightly Batting Ball at Official

Chicago Bulls wing Kevin Huerter was ejected from Friday's NBA Cup game against the Miami Heat after receiving a technical foul for lightly batting the ball at official Che Flores. The incident occurred in the third quarter following a blocking foul call, with veteran official Tony Brothers issuing the instant ejection, which was upheld upon review. Huerter finished the 143-107 loss with 3 points on 1-of-4 shooting, 2 rebounds, 1 steal, and 1 block.