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Fan Rushes Court at Barclays Center, Approaches CavaliersDonovan Mitchell

Security removed the intruder within seconds to the players’ praise.

Overview

  • With 5:02 left in the fourth quarter of Cavaliers–Nets, a spectator sprinted onto the floor toward Donovan Mitchell.
  • The individual in a purple hoodie reached Mitchell and snapped a photo on his phone before being stopped.
  • Barclays Center security subdued the fan and carried him off the court, according to Jarrett Allen.
  • Mitchell said he stepped back and readied himself, later quipping that the fan likely got a memorable selfie.
  • Nets coach Kenny Atkinson called the breach bizarre and noted such invasions are rare in NBA games.