The team said it conducted an investigation through video and eyewitness accounts; NBA has also fined Westbrook $25,000
The Utah Jazz have permanently banned a fan who was at the center of a verbal altercation with Russell Westbrook on Monday night. The team said Tuesday the ban is effective immediately and includes all arena events. The NBA star is also facing a fine by the league.
« The Utah Jazz will not tolerate fans who act inappropriately. There is no place in our game for personal attacks or disrespect, » the team said. « The ban is based on excessive and derogatory verbal abuse directed at a player during the game that violated the NBA Code of Conduct. »
The team’s president also weighed in.
« Everyone deserves the opportunity to enjoy and play the game in a safe, positive and inclusive environment, » Utah Jazz’s president Steve Starks said.
