Suns-Mavericks fight: NBA suspends Jusuf Nurkic, Naji Marshall and P.J. Washington for 'on-court altercation'

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The NBA has suspended three players due to an altercation during a game between the Phoenix Suns and Dallas Mavericks. Jusuf Nurkic of the Suns received a three-game suspension, while Mavericks players Naji Marshall and P.J. Washington were suspended for four and one game, respectively. The incident escalated after Nurkic elbowed Gafford, leading to a physical confrontation involving all three players. The Mavericks will also be without Luka Doncic for at least a month due to a calf strain.

Keywords: NBA, suspension, altercation

Source: CBSSports.com

Update At: 12/29/2024

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