Brawl in Suns vs. Mavericks game: Nurkić, Marshall, and PJ Washington physically clashed, then ejected

(Patria) - Phoenix Suns basketball players were defeated on their home court by the Dallas Mavericks with a score of 89:98, and the game was also marked by a brawl between Jusuf Nurkić and Naji Marshall.

After one foul, Nurkić and Marshall got in each other's faces, and then a physical confrontation between the Suns and Dallas players ensued.

P.J. Washington from Dallas also got involved in the brawl, and Nurkić ended up on the floor. All players and both benches rushed in, and the referees eventually had to separate the brawlers.

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In the end, all three mentioned players were ejected, and they can expect suspensions for this incident.

Dallas led from the start of the game and deservedly celebrated, securing fourth place in the NBA Western Conference standings with 20 wins and 11 losses. Phoenix is in 11th position with a record of 15-15.

Kyrie Irving led the Mavericks with 20 points, while Kevin Durant scored 35 for the opposing team.