Mass Ejections Follow Chaotic Brawl Between Pistons and Timberwolves
Source: news.source.inquirer
A heated altercation during an NBA game between the Detroit Pistons and Minnesota Timberwolves led to the ejection of five players and two coaches. The incident, which occurred in the second quarter, started after a series of fouls and escalated into a full-scale brawl involving all players on the court and several coaches. The Pistons lost head coach J.B. Bickerstaff and players Isaiah Stewart, Ron Holland II, and Marcus Sasser, while the Timberwolves saw Naz Reid, Donte DiVincenzo, and assistant coach Pablo Prigioni ejected. The fight disrupted the game, which was taking place in Minneapolis, and even involved a young fan caught in the melee, prompting intervention from new Timberwolves owner Alex Rodriguez.
Key Points
A fight broke out in the second quarter of the game between the Pistons and Timberwolves.
The altercation led to the ejection of five players and two coaches.
The incident started after Isaiah Stewart received a technical foul and escalated when Ron Holland and Naz Reid exchanged words.
Donte DiVincenzo's involvement in trying to separate the players led to further escalation.
The brawl involved all players on the court and multiple coaches and trainers.
New Timberwolves owner Alex Rodriguez was present and assisted a young fan caught in the melee.
