Lance Stephenson, a former NBA player, was at the center of a brawl during the BIG3’s opening weekend, earning an ejection and a suspension. Stephenson, who now plays for Miami 305, appeared to tackle LA Riot’s Devin Ebanks on a drive to the basket before briefly putting him in a headlock. Moments later, he took a swing at Jordan Crawford as players rushed into the scrum.
Suspensions Handed Down
Teammate Michael Beasley was involved in a separate altercation with Dwight Howard, and both Beasley and Stephenson were tossed from the game. Miami 305 ultimately forfeited after being reduced to just two available players. BIG3 Commissioner Clyde Drexler announced Sunday that both players have been suspended one game.
BIG3 founder Ice Cube apologized for the incident, stating that the league embraces physical play and trash talk, but added that fighting of any kind will not be tolerated. The suspensions will be staggered, with Stephenson serving his suspension in Week 2 and Beasley sitting out Week 3.
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