Kings Fan Ejected After Confronting LaVine in Suns Loss

A Sacramento Kings season ticket holder was ejected from Golden 1 Center on Wednesday night after a heated confrontation with guard Zach LaVine during the team's 112-100 loss to the Phoenix Suns. The incident, which occurred late in the fourth quarter amid an 80-14 Suns run, highlighted growing frustrations among fans as the Kings continue to struggle through a disappointing season.

Devlin Carter, a courtside season ticket holder and vocal supporter of the franchise, directed his comments toward LaVine from behind the bench during a timeout. According to Carter's subsequent social media posts, he yelled at LaVine for repeatedly leaving his assignment open on defense, allowing uncontested three-point attempts. "We don't pay to watch you not play defense," Carter recounted saying. LaVine, who appeared visibly frustrated, responded sharply, telling Carter to go home. Carter fired back, emphasizing LaVine's $47.5 million salary and his lackluster performance, noting the player had only eight points with under six minutes remaining. Security personnel intervened, restraining Carter and escorting him from the arena as he continued to voice his complaints.