Milwaukee Bucks player Patrick Beverley found himself in hot water this week after a series of controversial incidents during the playoffs. Not only did his team suffer a disappointing loss in the opening round, but Beverley also made headlines for all the wrong reasons.
The trouble started when Beverley bizarrely snubbed a reporter who didn’t subscribe to his podcast, leading to a ban from ESPN. Things took a turn for the worse when Beverley threw a basketball at heckling fans in the final game against the Indiana Pacers.
Sports commentator Colin Cowherd weighed in on the situation, predicting that Beverley could face a significant suspension when the new season kicks off. Cowherd tweeted, “A player throws a ball at a player he may get a one game suspension. At a fan, expect half a season.”
The NBA is known for cracking down on player misconduct, especially when it involves fans. Beverley has since apologized for his actions, but the damage has been done. The league is currently investigating the incident and is expected to hand down a ruling soon.
If Cowherd’s prediction holds true, Beverley could be looking at a lengthy suspension that sends a strong message to the rest of the league. Stay tuned as the NBA makes its decision on this controversial matter.