Heat mascot hospitalized after Conor McGregor's punch / News - Basketnews.com

During Game 4 of the NBA Finals, Conor McGregor punched the Miami Heat mascot Burnie, leading to his hospitalization. While Burnie received pain medication, he has since been discharged and is recovering well.

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The person behind the Miami Heat mascot Burnie was taken to the emergency room (ER) after being punched by former UFC champion Conor McGregor during Game 4 of the NBA Finals on Friday night, according to Sam Amick of The Athletic.

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The report states that the person received pain medication from the doctor, has since been discharged, and is doing well.

During a scripted segment in the middle of the game, McGregor, while promoting his pain relief spray, struck Burnie with a powerful left hook, causing him to fall to the ground. After McGregor landed the second punch while applying his product, Burnie was removed from the scene.

Although the skit was planned and Burnie was wearing boxing gloves, the force behind McGregor's punch was excessive and necessitated medical attention.

The Denver Nuggets emerged victorious in Game 4, winning by a 13-point margin (108-95) and securing a 3-1 series lead.

Meanwhile, McGregor, who is 34 years old, has not competed since his leg injury in July 2021, but there are reports indicating that he is slated to face Michael Chandler later in 2023.

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