Wizards' Bradley Beal Talks Fan Incident: 'Keep it About Sports,' Don't Get Personal

Washington Wizards star Bradley Beal addressed the incident with a fan that prompted an investigation by police in Orlando, Florida.

Following Washington's 122-112 loss to the Orlando Magic last Tuesday, the fan complained about Beal losing him a bet and addressed Beal as "you f--k." Beal allegedly approached a friend of the fan and swatted his hand before knocking his hat off and making contact with the fan's head.

The three-time All-Star told reporters Monday he understood the fan's frustration to a degree but thought the fan clearly crossed the line.

"Nobody wants to lose money. I get it. If you keep it about sports, I'm all for it. But I think it's when people start getting personal, talking about your family, talking about your character, your integrity towards the game. I think all of that, we can save it. We can really keep those comments to ourselves."

Mark Bartelstein, Beal's agent, told Andscape's Marc J. Spears the comments directed toward his client "have no place anywhere in our society":

NBA spokesman Mike Bass said the league was "aware of the report and in the process of gathering more information."

Orlando police said there was probable cause to charge Beal with simple battery based on video footage of the incident the fan provided. No arrest or formal charges have been made as of yet.

Beal and the Wizards wrapped up their season Sunday in a 114-109 loss to the Houston Rockets.

Although sports betting has been legalized in Florida, residents are unable to legally wager in physical sportsbooks or through mobile apps.