Peatling to miss one game following GRP decision

The NBL’s Game Review Panel (GRP) have released their findings following their investigations into the on-court incident during Throwdown XIII last Sunday.

Mason Peatling was charged with Unduly Rough Play and Engaging in a Melee/Brawl. The incidents were assessed as a two-game suspension and $500 fine, but Peatling accepted a one-game suspension and $375 fine with an early guilty plea. 

David Barlow was charged with Bench Clearing during a Melee/Brawl. Although he entered the melee to keep the peace and diffuse the situation, the rule states that a player cannot leave the bench during such an confrontation. The incident was assessed as a $500 fine but Barlow accepted $375 with an early guilty plea.

Assistant Coach Justin Schueller was charged with Unsportsmanlike Behaviour, after engaging in a verbal exchange during the altercation. The incident was assessed as a $500 fine but Schueller accepted $375 with an early guilty plea.

While Peatling will miss the game against the Sydney Kings at John Cain Arena at 7:30pm on Thursday night, Melbourne United captain Chris Goulding makes his NBL22 debut following a minor hamstring injury in the pre-season.

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