Former OU guard Trae Young ejected during Wizards-Rockets game

Young, now an assistant GM for the Sooners, was tossed for arguing a foul call

Published on Mar. 4, 2026

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Former University of Oklahoma men's basketball player Trae Young, who now serves as an assistant general manager for the Sooners, was ejected from the Washington Wizards' 123-118 loss to the Houston Rockets on Monday night after stepping onto the court to argue with an official over a foul call.

Why it matters

Young was a star player for OU and was drafted into the NBA, so his ejection from an NBA game is noteworthy, especially given his current role with the Sooners' basketball program.

The details

According to reports, Young became upset with a foul call late in the game and walked onto the court to argue with the referee, which resulted in his ejection from the contest.

  • The incident occurred during the Washington Wizards' 123-118 loss to the Houston Rockets on Monday, March 4, 2026.

The players

Trae Young

A former University of Oklahoma men's basketball player who is now an assistant general manager for the Sooners' basketball program.

Washington Wizards

An NBA team that Trae Young currently plays for.

Houston Rockets

The opposing NBA team that the Wizards were playing against when the incident occurred.

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What they’re saying

“We must ensure our players maintain composure, even in the heat of competition.”

— Mike Boynton, Head Coach, University of Oklahoma Men's Basketball (spotonoklahoma.com)

What’s next

The NBA is expected to review the incident and determine if any further disciplinary action is warranted against Trae Young.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the intense emotions and competitive nature of professional basketball, even for those who have moved into coaching and management roles after their playing careers. It will be interesting to see how Young's actions are viewed by the league and his current employer, the University of Oklahoma.