- The Miami Heat’s mascot was reportedly taken to the hospital Friday night after getting punched by former UFC champion Conor McGregor in a skit in the team’s NBA finals game against the Denver Nuggets.
- The male who plays Heat mascot, Burnie, was reportedly taken to the emergency room at a nearby hospital after McGregor hit him in his costume head, sending him to the floor.
- The man reportedly receiving pain medication and is recovering at home.
- The skit was to promote a pain relief spray.
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NBA Mascot Sent To ER After Getting Decked By UFC’s McGregor In Skit Gone Wrong
MMA fighter Conor McGregor takes a swing at Burnie, the Miami Heat mascot, during a break in Game 4 of the basketball NBA Finals against the Denver Nuggets, Friday, June 9, 2023, in Miami. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)
