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“That’s assault”, “She needs to go to jail” – NBA Fans Furious As Ex-ESPN Reporter Throws Drink At Spectator Before Wizards Game Ejection

NBA fans were furious after former ESPN reporter Britt McHenry threw a drink at a fan on Wednesday.

By Reign Amurao · Sportskeeda

Published: Friday, 23 October 2026 at 12:14 AM

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NBA fans expressed outrage after former ESPN reporter Britt McHenry threw a drink at a spectator.
The incident occurred during the Washington Wizards' 128-116 victory against the Milwaukee Bucks at Capital One Arena.
McHenry reportedly reacted after spectators made inappropriate comments about Winnie Harlow and threw objects at her.

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Former ESPN reporter Britt McHenry faced severe backlash from NBA fans after throwing a drink at a spectator during Wednesday's game between the Washington Wizards and Milwaukee Bucks. The incident occurred at Capital One Arena, where the Wizards defeated the Bucks 128-116. Spectators booed McHenry, who mockingly blew a kiss toward the crowd as she departed the arena.

According to TMZ, spectators sitting behind McHenry allegedly made inappropriate remarks about Kyle Kuzma's fiancée, Winnie Harlow, and threw objects at McHenry before she retaliated. While arena staff intervened and reports stated she was ejected, sources close to McHenry claimed she chose to leave the venue on her own.

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