New Mexico Basketball Player Accused of Assaulting Teammate Over Plane Seat Dispute

The university is investigating allegations that a scholarship player punched a walk-on teammate during a flight and later at a hotel.

The alleged incident occurred last month during the team's flight to Palm Springs for the Acrisure Classic, where a scholarship player reportedly punched a walk-on teammate over a seating disagreement.
The walk-on player, who already had an injured shoulder in a sling, required hospital treatment after the alleged assault, according to his family.
The family also claims a second physical altercation occurred between the same players at the team hotel later that day.
The walk-on player reportedly informed the coaching staff of the incidents but alleges no action was taken, and the scholarship player was allowed to participate in subsequent games.
The University of New Mexico has stated it is reviewing the allegations and following appropriate protocols, but federal privacy laws prevent them from disclosing further details.