Bradley Beal was involved in a fan incident last week following a game. The fan seemed upset with Beal’s play, claiming Beal lost him money. With sports betting now legal in many states, fans seem to be taking it too far. The fan claimed that Beal cost him $1,300 after his performance. After being confronted by the fan, Beal allegedly knocked the hat off the said fan. However, the latest update is that this was not the first conversation between the two.
As reported by TMZ, the fan had been heckling the Washington Wizards star prior to the incident. Obviously, it is no surprise to see this update. In recent years, fans have been more vocal to players during NBA games. A fan who is comfortable enough to verbally attack a player has zero shame in what is said. Beal could face a simple battery charge. However, Beal has yet to be charged for the incident. The charge carries up to one year in jail.
Bradley Beal Facing Potential Criminal Charges
With the update on this story, it feels like Beal was baited into this situation. It is a real shame to see a story like this. The Wizards star has yet to comment on the situation publicly. Beal is having a great season for the Wizards. The 29-year-old point guard is averaging 23 points per game, However, the Wizards are sitting on the outside looking in on the playoffs. The entire story is slowly being revealed, and soon the truth will be known.
The fan went too far in his actions. However, Beal needed to show more restraint by not knocking off the hat of the fan. Yes, that is easier said than done. Emotions were high. Especially after the Wizards’ loss. But if Beal had a do-over, one would think he would’ve ignored the situation entirely. What are your thoughts on the situation? Should Bradley Beal face a battery charge? Did the fan go too far with his heckling of Beal? Sound off in the comment section below on your feelings toward the incident. To stay up to date with this story and many more sports issues, stay right here with HNHH.
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