Timberwolves Defeat Pistons After Brawl Leads to Seven Ejections
A second-quarter altercation disrupted the game, spilling into the stands and prompting an NBA review for potential disciplinary actions.
- The fight began when Pistons rookie Ron Holland fouled Timberwolves forward Naz Reid, escalating into a physical confrontation involving players and coaches.
- Seven individuals, including five players and two coaches, were ejected after the melee, which spilled into the stands and involved fans.
- The Timberwolves rallied in the second half for a 123-104 victory, led by standout performances from Julius Randle, Anthony Edwards, and Rudy Gobert.
- The NBA is reviewing the incident and is expected to announce fines or suspensions for those involved in the altercation.
- A young fan caught in the fray was later presented with a Timberwolves jersey by team co-owner Alex Rodriguez.