Kyrie Irving Gets Hornets Fan Removed From Game For Heckling After Talking To Referee

 

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After criticizing Dallas Mavericks supporters for heckling the team on Friday following a home loss, Kyrie Irving appeared to request that a referee eject an opposing fan from the Mavs’ game against the Charlotte Hornets on Sunday.

 

Midway through the third quarter, the incident occurred as the Mavericks were down 59-52 to the Hornets in Charlotte. During a break in the action, Kyrie pointed out a spectator who was seated close to the court. Security was notified by the referee, and they took the fan out of the stadium.

 

The incident happened just two days after Kyrie called out Mavs supporters for jeering the team after Friday’s loss at home.

 

“You obviously want to play well, but it’s only five people on the court that can play for the Dallas Mavericks,” Irving said after the game. “If the fans wanna change places, then hey, be my guest. Got years of work ahead to be great enough to be on this level. But our focus isn’t necessarily on the boos, it should be on the performance.”