Adelaide 36ers players Kendric Davis and Montrezl Harrell have been suspended after an ugly confrontation with fans in their recent NBL clash against Melbourne United at John Cain Arena.
Adelaide 36ers stars Montrezl Harrell and Kendric Davis have been suspended for their roles in a fiery altercation with fans in their recent NBL clash against Melbourne United.Harrell was found guilty of inappropriate handling or grabbing of a spectator for which he was banned for three games, and also handed fines totalling $3685. He was found guilty of two charges of striking and a charge of engaging in a melee .
The 36ers had engaged leading sports lawyer, Sydney-based counsel James McLead, who specialises in dealing with “offensive language”, The two players had expected to learn their fate on Friday, but the hearing was adjourned until Monday at the behest of the 36ers.Harrell was irate with what had allegedly been said to him by fans. The former NBA sixth man of the year stepped over the sponsorship padding on the sideline and into the fans’ zone space next to the 36ers bench.
United courtside seat holder Allen Ibrahim was reportedly seen high-fiving fans as he was also escorted out of the venue. He has not been accused of making racist comments. United officials, venue management and former NBL star Brad Newley helped to ease tensions before the four fans were ejected.
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