Lance Stephenson sparks fight in Big 3 game, Ice Cube issues apology
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 9:21 PM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026
Lance Stephenson initiated a fight during a Big 3 game while playing for Miami 305 against LA Riot. The incident occurred as he tackled Devin Ebanks and attempted to swing at Jordan Crawford. The altercation led to the game being called, prompting Big 3 Commissioner Clyde Drexler to suspend both Stephenson and teammate Michael Beasley for one game. League founder Ice Cube publicly apologized for the incident, expressing disappointment over the disruption of the anticipated basketball match. Stephenson, a former Indiana Pacers player, is known for his intense play style.
- •Lance Stephenson tackled Devin Ebanks during a game.
- •Stephenson swung at Jordan Crawford, escalating tensions.
- •Big 3 game was called after the altercation.
- •Clyde Drexler announced one-game suspensions for Stephenson and Beasley.
- •Ice Cube apologized to viewers for the incident.
- 9:21 PMYahoo Sports — Ex-Pacers player Lance Stephenson starts a fight in Big 3 game, Ice Cube apologizes
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