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Paul Davis Apologizes After Michigan State Ejection as Tom Izzo Supports Removal

Referee Jeffrey Anderson stopped play over an inappropriate remark to an official, leading to the former Spartan’s courtside ouster.

Overview

  • Davis addressed reporters with Izzo present, apologizing to referee Jeffrey Anderson, Michigan State players, fans and parents, and said it will not happen again.
  • Izzo said Davis’ remark was unacceptable but not racial or sexual, adding that he values Davis’ ties to the program and expects continued support.
  • Play was halted with just over six minutes left and Michigan State leading 67-46 before Anderson identified Davis and had him escorted from his seat.
  • Video from the broadcast showing Izzo yelling at Davis and motioning for him to leave circulated widely on social media following the game.
  • Michigan State defeated USC 80-51 on Izzone Alumni Night; Davis, a 2005 Final Four alum and former NBA draftee, later indicated he plans to attend Thursday’s game.