Bucks' Patrick Beverley Throws Ball at Fans in Game 6 Loss

Milwaukee Bucks guard Patrick Beverley faces criticism for throwing a basketball at fans during Game 6 against the Indiana Pacers.

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The incident occurred late in the fourth quarter with the Bucks trailing 114-94.

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Beverley threw the basketball at a female Pacers fan, hitting her directly in the head.

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He motioned to retrieve the ball and threw it again at another fan, who managed to deflect it.

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Coaches and players intervened to calm the situation, but Beverley continued exchanging words with the fans.

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Beverley dismissed the incident during postgame remarks, saying, "Nah, don’t worry about that. Nothing."

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He also addressed the situation on social media, claiming unfair treatment from fans throughout the game.

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It's uncertain if Beverley will face disciplinary action from the league.

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The Bucks were eliminated from the playoffs with a 120-98 loss to the Pacers in Game 6.

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This marks the second consecutive season of a first-round exit for the Bucks, who were without Giannis Antetokounmpo due to injury.

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