The Dallas Mavericks currently lead 2-1 after beating the Los Angeles Clippers in Game 3, but in addition to winning or losing, there was a clash between Russell Westbrook and PJ Washington in the fourth quarter. Both players were ejected from the game, and some basketball fans have been asking if either of the two should be banned in this altercation.
In a viral post, it was reported that Westbrook will be suspended for Game 4 and will not play in the Clippers' game against the Mavericks.
However, the article came from a fake Adrian Wojnarowski account, and many people were deceived by the news posted by this X account. The league has yet to officially announce that they will suspend the former league MVP for Game 4.
For those who missed Game 3 between the Dallas Mavericks and the Los Angeles Clippers, Russell Westbrook got into a verbal altercation with P.J. Washington in the fourth quarter, which led to their ejection.
When Westbrook pushed the approaching Luka Doncic, Washington came over to help his teammate. In the process, Washington pushed Willis away from behind to stay away from Doncic. In retaliation, Russell Westbrook shoved Washington back with a clenched fist. The referee ejected both players involved in the altercation as they had already committed technical fouls.
When asked about the altercation on the court, Washington said: "It's always about protecting No. 77 at all costs." "So I mean, obviously, it was a serious foul, and then Russell pushed him, so I was there and I had to step in. ”
Russell Westbrook struggled to find a shot in Game 3 against the Mavericks, missing seven shots. He played 19 minutes and had three rebounds, one assist, one steal, two blocks and one point. Washington, on the other hand, scored 10 points and 5. Game 4 between the Los Angeles Clippers and Dallas Mavericks kicks off tomorrow.