not so sure
Although I understand your intent, I don't believe you were correct with the ruling. Did you decide not to T them because they were looking rather than punching?
My understanding is that anytime you toss a player, or bench personnel, it is BECAUSE of a Tech and should be penalized as such.
Without splitting hairs defining "participating in a fight", the players did leave the bench DURING and BECAUSE of a fight.
Should be assessed, penalized (4 FTs and resume at point of interruption), and reported (they will miss next game).
Sounds severe, but you can bet they won't do it again.
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