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Smart Suspended 3 Games For Punching Bassey
13 Nov
Summary
- Marcus Smart received a three-game suspension for punching Charles Bassey.
- The incident occurred during the third quarter of the Rockets' recent win.
- Smart's suspension begins November 13 against the Utah Jazz.
Houston Rockets guard Marcus Smart has been suspended for three games without pay following an altercation with Golden State Warriors' Charles Bassey. The incident transpired during the third quarter of the Rockets' home victory on Wednesday. Smart delivered a punch that made contact with Bassey's face, resulting in a flagrant foul and ejection.
The NBA officially announced the suspension on Thursday, with executive vice president James Jones stating the reason for the penalty. Smart's suspension is set to begin on November 13, when the Rockets are scheduled to host the Utah Jazz. This marks Smart's first season with the Rockets, having joined as a free agent after a 12-year career. He has been averaging 8.6 points per game.
