Conor McGregor Faces Accusations of Sexual Assault During NBA Finals

Concerns have arisen surrounding an alleged incident involving Conor McGregor, the Miami Heat’s mascot, at Game 4 of the NBA finals. According to TMZ, a woman has accused the UFC star of “violently” sexually assaulting her in a Kaseya Center bathroom after the game on June 9. In letters addressed to McGregor, the Heat, and the NBA, the woman’s lawyer claims that McGregor, with the assistance of the NBA and Kaseya Center security, forcibly maneuvered the victim into the men’s bathroom, preventing her from leaving or seeking help. The lawyer further alleges that McGregor forcefully kissed the victim and sexually assaulted her.

The letter reveals that when the woman attempted to escape from a bathroom stall, McGregor cornered her, tore her pants, and attempted to sexually violate her. The incident was reported to the Miami Police the following day, as confirmed by the BBC. McGregor, who was named the highest-paid athlete by Forbes in 2021, has faced previous investigations into allegations of sexual assault. In 2018, he was accused of raping a woman in a Dublin hotel, although no charges were filed after a lengthy investigation. McGregor’s attorney, Barbara Llanes, categorizes the current claims as “false” and asserts that McGregor will not be intimidated.

However, the woman’s lawyer claims to have obtained video evidence that supports the allegations. The Miami Heat stated that they are conducting a thorough investigation into the matter, while the NBA is working alongside the team to gather more information. The UFC has also pledged to gather additional details but will refrain from making further statements until the legal process unfolds. The letter concludes by mentioning the woman’s willingness to consider reasonable settlement offers before June 12, or else proceed with litigation, according to the AP. (Read more Conor McGregor stories.)