Fines and Suspensions Handed Out in NBA 2K League Postgame Altercation

Steve Noah

Published: Apr 12, 2019 04:03 pm

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Things got a little heated, in week 1 of the NBA 2K League, following Hawks Talon GC’s 68-58 win over Celtics Crossover Gaming on Wednesday, April 10 at the NBA 2K League Studio in Long Island City, New York.

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If you missed it, check out the clip below, along with the fines and suspensions that were handed out to a few players on the squads.

Things got heated at @NBA2KLeague opening day… pic.twitter.com/bLhFcdF6Tt

— B/R Gaming (@BRGaming) April 11, 2019

Celtics Crossover Gaming point guard Albano “oFab” Thomallari has been suspended one game and fined $500, and Hawks Talon GC forward Connor “Dat Boy Shotz” Rodrigues has been suspended one game, for their role in a postgame altercation, it was announced today by NBA 2K League Managing Director Brendan Donohue. Additionally, Celtics Crossover Gaming small forward Ahmed “Mel East” Kasana has been fined $500 for his involvement in the altercation.

“I am sorry for letting my teammates and supporters down. I got caught up in the moment trying to protect my teammates,” said Connor “Dat Boy Shotz” Rodriguez. “Moving forward, I will do my best to not let it happen again. I look forward to being back on the court for our second game next week vs. Kings Guard Gaming.”

Dat Boy Shotz will serve his suspension Friday, April 19 when Hawks Talon GC plays Jazz Gaming. oFab will serve his suspension Thursday, April 25 when Celtics Crossover Gaming plays 76ers GC.

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Steve Noah

Steve is the Editor in Chief at Operation Sports. He's been here since the year 2000 posting news, features and interviews, along with keeping the hardcore sports gaming community alive and well for over two decades. He covers almost every game related to sports but enjoys basketball, football and baseball games the most.