Mascot Hospitalized After Conor McGregor Punch During NBA Finals Halftime
- McGregor punched the Miami Heat's mascot, Burnie, twice during halftime show.
- Burnie had to go to the emergency room but is expected to return for Game 6 if necessary.
- The incident occurred during Game 4 which the Heat lost to fall behind 3-1 in the series.
- Heat coach Erik Spoelstra praised the mascot's toughness but joked Burnie should have swung first.
- McGregor has not commented publicly on the altercation which occurred during a promotional partnership with the Heat.
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