Detroit Pistons participant Isaiah Stewart was arrested for assault after punching Phoenix Suns’ Drew Eubanks earlier than their groups performed on Wednesday.
Police mentioned Stewart, 22, was “issued a quotation and launched” whereas detectives proceed to analyze the incident.
The 2 gamers clashed within the parking zone on the Footprint Enviornment in Phoenix.
Eubanks, 27, performed for the Suns towards the Pistons, and scored six factors and managed eight rebounds in 18 minutes as his facet received 116-100.
“Officers spoke to each gamers concerned and various individuals who witnessed the incident,” mentioned a police assertion.
“They realized there was an argument between each gamers as they arrived on the enviornment.
“Witnesses mentioned the argument escalated once they noticed Stewart punch Eubanks, inflicting a minor damage. Each males have been separated by safety which ended the struggle.
“Detectives responded to analyze the incident and accumulate proof. Stewart was arrested for assault and issued a quotation and launched. The investigation stays energetic.”
“The assault on Drew Eubanks was unprovoked and acts of violence comparable to this are unacceptable,” said the Suns in a statement., external
“We unequivocally help Drew and can proceed to work with native legislation enforcement and the NBA.”
The Pistons added: “We’re within the means of gathering details about what occurred and what provoked it, and responding to the NBA and native authorities.”