Frustration boiled over as Luka Doncic lashed out at fans during Wednesday night's Mavericks-Suns game in Dallas.
According to the Arizona Central, a Suns fan heckled Doncic and told him to “get on the treadmill.”
Video from the game shows Doncic staring at the fans, pointing at security and appearing to ask them to leave.
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Luka Doncic of the Dallas Mavericks reacts during the second half of a game against the Golden State Warriors at American Airlines Center on March 22, 2023 in Dallas, Texas. (Tim Heitman/Getty Images)
Fans wearing Devin Booker jerseys left shortly afterward.
After the game, Doncic was asked what triggered his reaction to Suns fans, which led to an argument with ESPN NBA writer Tim McMahon.
“That wasn't the only thing (fans) said, but I knew you were going to be the first one to put something like that out,” Doncic said. “That's funny. You always seem to be the first one in.” [out] There are some bad things about me too. ”
McMahon was surprised and replied:
Luka Doncic of the Dallas Mavericks reacts after a 126-119 victory over the San Antonio Spurs at Frostbank Center in San Antonio on October 25, 2023. (Christian Petersen/Getty Images)
“Luca, first of all, 99% of the articles I wrote about you were good. Second, that guy was sitting two rows behind us.”
Doncic said fans “put out something I wouldn't do.” [say]” he was “swearing.” [at] The first half is me. ”
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“We're never going to kick the fans out. They're paying for the tickets, but we've had enough. It's a little bit frustrating,” Doncic said.
Doncic also joked that reporters “picked the bad guys in the media” to ask tough questions. But when asked if he felt he was unfairly portrayed by the media, he said no.
Luka Doncic of the Dallas Mavericks reacts after making a basket in the second half against the Detroit Pistons at American Airlines Center on January 30, 2023 in Dallas, Texas. (Ron Jenkins/Getty Images)
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The Mavs trailed 43-20 in the third quarter, but lost 132-109. Doncic had 34 points, nine assists and eight rebounds.
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