Club Statement - 20 November

The NBL’s Game Review Panel has completed its assessment of the fourth quarter incidents in Sunday’s Melbourne v Adelaide game.

Shea Ili has been charged with engaging in a melee, resulting in a $775 fine or a $585 fine with an early plea. Ili has accepted the early plea.

Assistant coach David Barlow has been charged with bench clearing during a fight. This incident incurs a $775 fine or a $585 fine with an early plea. Barlow has accepted the early plea. While Barlow only left the bench to de-escalate the situation, under FIBA rules, only a head coach and/or first assistant coach are permitted to leave the team bench area during an altercation, or during any situation which may lead to an altercation, to assist the referees to maintain or to restore order. 

The NBL Integrity Department's investigation of fan behaviour from the game remains ongoing.

Melbourne United remains committed to creating the most inclusive and welcoming environment in Australian sport, while ensuring the safety of players, staff and fans.

The club does not condone or accept inappropriate fan behaviour at our games.

The club will continue to support the investigation and will make no further comment until it is concluded.