US EditionTimberwolves searching for fan accused of ‘racially charged comments’ toward Draymond Green and say another fan was ejected
- During Game 2 of the NBA Western Conference semifinals on Thursday night, the Minnesota Timberwolves hosted and defeated the Golden State Warriors 117-93 at Target Center.
- The Timberwolves began investigating after a spectator allegedly directed racially charged comments at Warriors forward Draymond Green during the game's fourth quarter.
- During the fourth quarter, arena security removed another spectator following an incident with Draymond Green that breached the NBA's Fan Code of Conduct.
- Green expressed frustration over being stereotyped as the "angry Black man," emphasizing that he is a highly accomplished and educated individual with a loving family, as well as strong basketball skills.
- The Timberwolves and arena staff pledged to maintain an inclusive environment and continue investigating the incidents, with possible further actions pending as the playoff series remains tied 1-1.
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"Draymond is handling it well" - Steve Kerr commends Timberwolves' swift action on fan responsible for alleged racist shot at Warriors star
Golden State Warriors coach Steve Kerr complimented the Minnesota Timberwolves after their staff kicked out a fan for allegedly throwing a racial slur at Warriors star Draymond Green in Game 2.
Minnesota Fan Ejected After Two Racial Epithets Hurled at Draymond Green During Thursday’s Warriors Game
Not one but two Minnesota fans yelled racist remarks at Draymond Green during Thursday's game, one getting ejected and the other high-tailing it out of the arena when security came at him, adding more tension to this playoff series. Thursday night’s 117-93 Golden State Warriors playoff loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves saw another incident wherein Draymond Green was called for a foul which he did not feel was an appropriate call, and he let th…
Wyoming Tribune Eagle
Timberwolves launch probe after fan's 'racially charged' abuse
The Minnesota Timberwolves have launched an investigation after a fan was accused of making racially charged comments at Golden State Warriors star Draymond Green during their NBA playoff clash, the team said Friday.
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