Bulls' Hinrich suspended 1 game

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NEW YORK – Bulls guard Kirk Hinrich has been suspended one game without pay by the NBA for making contact with a referee.

Hinrich's infraction took place with 4:43 left in the Bulls' 108-95 loss at Miami on Friday night. He will miss the Bulls' game Tuesday at Memphis.

The NBA also announced Saturday that Phoenix Suns coach Alvin Gentry has been fined $25,000 for improper conduct toward a referee and for failing to leave the court in a timely manner after his ejection.

Gentry's incident also occurred Friday night, with 5:06 left in Phoenix's 102-96 loss at home to the Los Angeles Lakers.


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