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flag SEC fines Kentucky coach Mark Pope $25,000 for criticizing officials postgame, citing sportsmanship rules.

flag The Southeastern Conference fined Kentucky basketball coach Mark Pope $25,000 for postgame comments following a 75-74 loss to Auburn, citing a violation of SEC bylaw 10.5.3 on sportsmanship and rules against public criticism of officials. flag The penalty stems from remarks Pope made during a press conference, including a statement to athletic director Mitch Barnhart expressing defiance toward potential fines and frustration over a controversial offensive foul call on Collin Chandler that preceded Auburn’s game-winning tip-in. flag While Pope claimed he did not criticize the referees directly, the SEC determined his comments, particularly his assertion that the team would not cede control to officials or external forces, constituted a breach of conduct rules. flag The fine does not affect the game’s outcome or team standings. flag Kentucky, now 17-10 overall and 8-6 in the SEC, is set to play South Carolina in an effort to end a three-game losing streak.

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