NBA fan EJECTED after stoush with Josh Giddey

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An NBA fan has been ejected from the Charlotte Hornets home court arena after an exchange with Australian superstar Josh Giddey today (AEDT).

AAP reports: "With 1:16 left on the clock and the Bulls trailing 119-112 in Charlotte, a sunglass-wearing male supporter got under the skin of Giddey prior to a Chicago in-bound play. The fan called out, taunting the Boomers gun, as he danced and 'flipped the bird'."

Giddey went to the fan sitting in the second row but the a referee got between the two. Security arrived and removed the man.

"He just said something I didn't like and I went over to him – that was it," Giddey said.

"Security took him out and that was the end of it."

As he was ejected, the game commentator nailed it: "It's a bad sign when you're wearing sunglasses inside."

Giddey's All-Star start to the 2025-26 NBA season continued in Charlotte but his 25 points, 11 rebounds and nine assists in 33 minutes weren't enough to lead the Bulls past the Hornets, losing 123-116 in NBA Cup clash.

Giddey, 23, is averaging 20.5 points, 9.9 rebounds and 9.5 assists for the 9-9 Bulls, who have cooled dramatically after their 6-1 start.

The 6'7 guard logged 33 minutes, finishing with 25 points, 11 rebounds, and 9 assists, shooting an efficient 8–16 from the field, 3–7 from deep, and 6–7 at the line. Giddey added a steal and once again showcased his elite all-around creation, pacing the Bulls offensively throughout the matchup.

It would have been his fifth triple double of season. He remains in 22 for his career.

Josh Giddey – Chicago Bulls vs Charlotte Hornets

• Minutes: 33 │ Points: 25 │ Rebounds: 11 │ Assists: 9 │ Steals: 1 │ Blocks: 0 │ Turnovers: 0 │ FG: 8–16 │ 3PT: 3–7 │ FT: 6–7 │ Fouls: 1

Key Details

• Result: Charlotte Hornets 123 def. Chicago Bulls 116
• When: Friday, 29th November 2024
• Where: Spectrum Center, Charlotte
• Standings

By the Numbers

• Australian Josh Giddey dominated with 25 points, 11 rebounds, nine assists and one steal in 33 minutes.
• Brandon Miller (Charlotte Hornets) starred with 27 points, five rebounds, one assist and three blocks in 32 minutes.

What Happened

The Charlotte Hornets established early control, outscoring Chicago 32-29 in the opening quarter before extending their advantage to 67-62 at halftime. Charlotte's offensive efficiency in the second quarter, where they posted 35 points, provided the foundation for their eventual victory. The Bulls responded with a solid 32-point third quarter, but Charlotte's 30-point final period sealed the seven-point win.

Brandon Miller's exceptional shooting performance proved decisive for the Hornets. The forward was outstanding from the field, connecting on 10-from-19 shots including an impressive 5-from-11 from downtown. His 27-point explosion complemented Miles Bridges' well-rounded contribution of 22 points, eight boards and seven assists. Collin Sexton provided crucial support off the bench with 21 points on efficient 8-from-15 shooting.

Josh Giddey delivered a masterful performance for Chicago, falling just short of a triple-double with 25 points, 11 rebounds and nine assists. The Australian guard shot efficiently at 8-from-16 from the field and was perfect from the charity stripe, converting all six free-throw attempts. His plus-six rating highlighted his positive impact despite the defeat. Coby White matched Giddey's 25-point output, though he struggled from deep, connecting on just 1-from-6 triples.

NBA Box Score: Cleveland Cavaliers 123 Atlanta Hawks 130

Australian guard Dyson Daniels, from Bendigo, delivered one of his most complete performances of the season as Atlanta outlasted Cleveland in a high-scoring NBA Cup matchup. The 6'7 playmaker logged 37 minutes, finishing with 10 points, eight rebounds, nine assists, and three steals, shooting an efficient 5–from–8 from the field. Daniels’ defensive pressure, composure as a secondary creator and activity on the glass were all pivotal in the Hawks’ win.

Dyson Daniels vs Cleveland Cavaliers‍

• Minutes: 37 │ Points: 10 │ Rebounds: 8 │ Assists: 9 │ Steals: 3 │ Blocks: 0 │ Turnovers: 2 │ FG: 5–8 │ 3PT: 0–0 │ FT: 0–2 │ Fouls: 2

What Happened

The Hawks established early momentum, opening with a stellar first quarter that saw them outscore Cleveland 33-23. Atlanta's balanced offensive attack proved too much for the Cavaliers' defense, as five different players reached double figures. Despite Cleveland's second-quarter surge that narrowed the gap, the Hawks maintained their composure throughout the contest.

Cleveland mounted a significant comeback in the second period, outscoring Atlanta 39-27 to cut the deficit and keep pace. Donovan Mitchell was exceptional, shooting an outstanding 15-28 from the field including an impressive 7-15 from downtown. His 42-point performance kept the Cavaliers competitive, but Atlanta's depth proved decisive in the final outcome.

Jalen Johnson delivered a masterful performance for the Hawks, recording his double-double with remarkable efficiency. His 9-18 shooting from the field, combined with his 12 assists, orchestrated Atlanta's offensive flow perfectly. Nickeil Alexander-Walker provided crucial support with 30 points on solid 10-22 shooting, including five triples from 13 attempts.

The Hawks' superior shooting efficiency ultimately separated the teams. Atlanta connected on 48-91 from the field (53%) compared to Cleveland's 44-95 (46%). From beyond the arc, both teams were productive, with Atlanta shooting 37% (16-43) and Cleveland connecting at 44% (17-39). The Hawks' advantage came from their balanced scoring and superior ball movement, evidenced by their 36 team assists.