Incident Under Investigation by Miami Heat and NBA Authorities

Former UFC champion Conor McGregor has denied allegations that he sexually assaulted a woman during game four of the NBA Finals in Miami on 9 June. The accusation involves an alleged attack in a bathroom at the Kaseya Center, where the Miami Heat were playing the Denver Nuggets.

McGregor’s lawyer, Barbara Llanes, issued a statement rejecting the claims: “The allegations are false. Mr McGregor will not be intimidated.”

Ongoing Investigations
The Miami Heat and the NBA have announced investigations into the incident, with the Heat stating they are conducting a “full investigation” and withholding further comments until its conclusion. The UFC echoed similar sentiments, affirming it would allow the legal process to proceed before making any additional remarks.

The complainant’s lawyer has confirmed that evidence, including the clothing worn by her client at the time of the alleged incident, has been submitted to Miami police.

The Same Night of a Stunt Gone Wrong
The alleged incident occurred on the same night McGregor participated in a promotional skit during the game, which involved the Miami Heat mascot, Burnie. In the stunt, McGregor punched the mascot twice, sending the performer to a hospital for pain medication and treatment.

The mascot incident, coupled with the sexual assault allegation, has placed McGregor under intense public scrutiny.

McGregor’s Recent Career
McGregor, once a dominant force in mixed martial arts, has been out of competition since a leg injury sustained in July 2021 during a bout against Dustin Poirier. His last victory in the UFC dates back to January 2020.

As investigations into the allegations proceed, the incidents have reignited debate over McGregor’s conduct both inside and outside the sporting arena.