Hall of Famer Dominique Wilkins Attacked By Ex NBA Referee! - Sitcoms Online Message Boards

Brian Damage · 03-31-2011, 09:11 AM

Basketball Hall of Famer Dominique Wilkins, who serves as an analyst on Atlanta Hawks broadcasts for FOX Sports South, was attacked by a fan at Philips Arena on Wednesday after the Hawks' 85-82 victory over the Orlando Magic, according to a statement released by the Hawks.

Wilkins had just finished a segment on SportSouth's Hawks LIVE post game show, and was walking away from his on-camera position near court side when the attack occurred.

The Hawks did not identify the fan, but they said he was taken into custody by Atlanta police. The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reported that the alleged attacker was Rashan S. Michel, 36, a former NBA referee and charged with one count of simple battery following the incident.

The newspaper reported on its website that Michel hit Wilkins in the chest and that he also hit a security guard. It also reported that Michel told police he attacked Wilkins because Wilkins owed him money for suits bought several years ago.

Following is the text of a statement read by Hawks vice president of media relations Arthur Triche to the media after the game:

"The Atlanta Hawks are aware of a postgame altercation involving a fan who allegedly attacked Vice President of Basketball and television analyst Dominique Wilkins. The fan was promptly arrested and was taken into custody by the Atlanta Police Department. At this time the Hawks have no additional information or comment regarding this situation."

Known as "The Human Highlight Film," Wilkins is arguably the greatest player in the organization's history – and definitely its best since relocating to Atlanta – with 26,668 career points. The 51-year-old played from 1982-1999, including his first 11-plus seasons in Atlanta.

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03-31-2011, 09:11 AM	#1
Brian Damage I'm Rich Bitch Forum Icon Join Date: Feb 03, 2002 Location: What Ain't No Country I Ever Heard Of...They Speak English in What? Posts: 63,107	Hall of Famer Dominique Wilkins Attacked By Ex NBA Referee! Basketball Hall of Famer Dominique Wilkins, who serves as an analyst on Atlanta Hawks broadcasts for FOX Sports South, was attacked by a fan at Philips Arena on Wednesday after the Hawks' 85-82 victory over the Orlando Magic, according to a statement released by the Hawks. Wilkins had just finished a segment on SportSouth's Hawks LIVE post game show, and was walking away from his on-camera position near court side when the attack occurred. The Hawks did not identify the fan, but they said he was taken into custody by Atlanta police. The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reported that the alleged attacker was Rashan S. Michel, 36, a former NBA referee and charged with one count of simple battery following the incident. The newspaper reported on its website that Michel hit Wilkins in the chest and that he also hit a security guard. It also reported that Michel told police he attacked Wilkins because Wilkins owed him money for suits bought several years ago. Following is the text of a statement read by Hawks vice president of media relations Arthur Triche to the media after the game: "The Atlanta Hawks are aware of a postgame altercation involving a fan who allegedly attacked Vice President of Basketball and television analyst Dominique Wilkins. The fan was promptly arrested and was taken into custody by the Atlanta Police Department. At this time the Hawks have no additional information or comment regarding this situation." Known as "The Human Highlight Film," Wilkins is arguably the greatest player in the organization's history – and definitely its best since relocating to Atlanta – with 26,668 career points. The 51-year-old played from 1982-1999, including his first 11-plus seasons in Atlanta. http://www.foxsportssouth.com/msn/03...3703&gt1=39002
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