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NBA investigates fans for vulgar remarks towards Jalen Brunson during Game 1

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 2:58 PM

Last updated Jun 4, 2026

NBA investigates fans for vulgar remarks towards Jalen Brunson during Game 1

Summary

The NBA is reviewing an incident involving two courtside fans who allegedly directed vulgar 'flopping' taunts at New York Knicks player Jalen Brunson during Game 1 of the Finals on June 3 in San Antonio. Brunson had a notable performance, scoring 30 points despite dealing with injuries. After the game, he spoke with referee Scott Foster about the fans' behavior, which continued throughout the match. The Knicks will play Game 2 against the Spurs at the same venue on June 5 as the league conducts its investigation into the incident.

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Status Watch

•Brunson scored 30 points in Game 1 against the Spurs.
•He addressed vulgar remarks from fans with referee Scott Foster post-game.
•The NBA is looking into the fans' behavior during the Finals.
•Game 2 is scheduled for June 5 in San Antonio.

Latest Updates

4:33 PMBleacher Report — NBA Reportedly Investigating Fans Allegedly Using 'Profane Flopping Remarks Towards' Jalen Brunson - Bleacher Report
2:58 PMYahoo Sports — NBA looking into fans who allegedly directed vulgar profane ‘flopping’ remarks towards Jalen Brunson
2:47 PMYahoo Sports — NBA Finals: League reportedly looking into fans who directed 'vulgar' taunts at Knicks star Jalen Brunson in Game 1

What they're saying

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The NBA reportedly is investigating alleged comments made by two fans toward New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson during Game 1 of the NBA Finals on Wednesday night.
— Bleacher Reportby Mike Chiari