The NBA has handed down fines to two players following a heated altercation during Game 6 of the Knicks-Hawks first-round playoff series. New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson was fined $50,000, while Atlanta Hawks guard Dyson Daniels received a $25,000 penalty for their roles in the on-court incident.

The tension boiled over with 4:39 left in the second quarter of Thursday night's game, which the Knicks dominated 140-89 to clinch the series. According to the NBA, Robinson and Daniels "became entangled while battling for position during a free throw attempt," and the situation quickly escalated. Both players were assessed technical fouls and ejected from the game.

Robinson's fine was notably larger, and the league cited "his inappropriate post on social media in reference to the incident postgame" as the reason for the steeper penalty. This kind of post-game commentary often draws additional scrutiny from the league office, as players are expected to let their play do the talking.

Fortunately for the Knicks, the fine and ejection won't impact Robinson's availability for Game 1 of their Eastern Conference semifinal series, where they'll face either Boston or Philadelphia. For a team looking to make a deep playoff run, keeping their big man on the floor is crucial—especially when emotions run high in the postseason.

This incident serves as a reminder that even in the heat of playoff competition, keeping your cool—both on and off the court—can save you from a costly mistake. Whether you're a player or a fan, staying composed is key when the stakes are highest.