Conor McGregor's relationship with Miami Heat reportedly at standstill after NBA Finals incident
Conor McGregor’s relationship with the Miami Heat is reportedly at a standstill following incidents at Game 4 of the NBA Finals.
McGregor was accused of sexual assault in a bathroom during the game as well as sending the mascot Burnie to the hospital with a punch during a stunt at halftime. It was a whirlwind day for both sides.
McGregor’s product, Tidl Sport, was promoted by the Heat but at this point, it looks like a strained relationship between both parties.
“This was very bad for an otherwise crystal clean organization,” an insider told Page Six. “I can’t imagine the Heat brass want the Tidl Sports patch on their jerseys. It’s a reminder of the 24 hours of hell the organization went through.”
McGregor’s accuser’s attorney, Ariel Mitchell, released a statement to TMZ Sports after the new video involving McGregor was released.
“My client has always stated that there would be video of before and after, and in those videos she emphasized that the difference in the interactions between them would be visibly noticeable,” Mitchell said in a statement to TMZ Sports. “This again is another video that supports what my client has been saying and supports what she told the police since the inception of this incident.”
McGregor’s attorney maintained her client’s innocence after the video.
“While the claimant’s story has changed yet again,” Barbara R. Llanes said in a statement, “Our account of the evening has never changed. This video only reinforces our position. We look forward to the swift conclusion of the investigation.”
Police said they’ve been investigating this incident since June 11.
The biggest star in UFC history definitely had a troubled out-of-the-octagon life, particularly as he rose to superstardom.
Conor McGregor promises greatest comeback
However, McGregor promised history when he makes his return to the octagon, potentially against Michael Chandler.
“You know, not only just a return Megan, the greatest return in combat sports,” McGregor told UFC reporter Megan Olivi. “This is going to be, you know, I’m gonna kick this guy in the head. He’s just taylor made for being kicked all over the place and that’s what I’m aiming for. I’m aiming to wrap this steel bar around the opponent.
“And you’re gonna see a visual of the leg hanging off and then you’re going to see a visual of the head hanging off. So I’m excited for it and motivated for it. Steady, making my way towards it.”
McGregor is 22-6 in his MMA career but lost three of his last four fights. Two were to Poirier and one was to Khabib Nurmagomedov for the UFC Lightweight Championship.
McGregor is a former two-weight champion in the promotion but only fought four times since November 12, 2016. He won his second belt over Eddie Alvarez and became the first to hold two belts at once.