Luguentz Dort involved in late-game scuffle, potential discipline looms

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Luguentz Dort was involved in a late-game scuffle with Pelicans guard Jeremiah Fears after Tuesday's 104-95 win over New Orleans, appearing to instigate and escalate the situation, with disciplinary action from the league possible. Tensions between the two bubbled throughout the game, culminating in a shoving match after the buzzer. In the game, Dort posted 12 points (4-12 FG, 4-9 3Pt), eight rebounds, three assists, and one steal in 34 minutes for the Oklahoma City Thunder, hitting a crucial 3-pointer with 10.9 seconds left in the second quarter for a 48-46 lead and another to make it 98-87.