Minot Bismarck Dickinson, ND, November 12, 2026 —

Marcus Smart, a player for the Houston Rockets, has received a suspension of three NBA games. The disciplinary action stems from an incident where Smart threw a punch at Charles Bassey, who plays for the Golden State Warriors.

The National Basketball Association (NBA) handed down the penalty following the altercation. The exact date of the incident or details surrounding the circumstances leading to the punch were not provided in the available information. Similarly, further details regarding the specific game or context in which the incident occurred are not specified.

As a result of the suspension, Smart will be absent from the Rockets’ lineup for three upcoming games. The duration of the suspension is fixed at three games, as stated by the league. The NBA has not released additional commentary on the specifics of the decision beyond the penalty itself.

Charles Bassey, the player targeted in the incident, is associated with the Golden State Warriors. The league’s decision impacts Smart’s participation for his team, the Houston Rockets, during this period.

Further updates regarding the timeline of the suspension or any potential appeals are not available at this time. The league’s disciplinary process typically considers player conduct and its impact on game integrity.



Story summarized from the original created by TIM REYNOLDS, Associated Press on www.kxnet.com, see more information here.

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