Devlin Carter Says His Play Defense Taunt Was Enough For Zach LaVine To Have Him Kicked Out Of The Game

Devlin Carter, a season ticket holder for the Sacramento Kings, was removed from the Golden 1 Center on Wednesday night after an altercation with guard Zach LaVine, igniting discussion about player-fan relationships amidst the team's disappointing season start. This incident transpired during the Kings' 124-110 defeat against the Phoenix Suns, leading to a 5-14 record for Sacramento.Witnesses and circulating social media footage reveal that while seated near the Kings' bench, Carter heckled LaVine during a timeout, urging him to “play some defense.” LaVine, who has often been critiqued for his defensive performance, allegedly responded with a derogative remark before alerting security. As a result, Carter was escorted from the arena.Following the ejection, Carter voiced his dissatisfaction, deeming it “unfair treatment” for merely expressing basketball-related concerns. He remarked, “As a paying fan, urging a player to defend—especially while trailing—should not warrant ejection.” This incident reflects the rising tensions within the Kings organization, with LaVine struggling to adapt to the team after recent acquisitions. Following the game, LaVine exhibited visible frustration but opted not to discuss the specific conflict with Carter. “We give our all,” he stated when questioned about the team’s defensive issues. Meanwhile, the Kings have not officially addressed Carter's...