Indiana Pacers coach Rick Carlisle criticized the NBA's investigation into a $100,000 fine for violating player participation rules, arguing officials didn't consult team doctors or players before deciding Aaron Nesmith should have played despite injury. Carlisle, 66, called the process "ridiculous" during a radio interview, noting Nesmith couldn't hold the ball after being sidelined the night before. He claimed the league's interviewers dismissed requests to review medical records or speak with players, even asking if the team considered medicating Nesmith to meet game participation quotas.