Mills Suspended for Three Games

Golden State forward Chris Mills was suspended for three games without pay by the NBA on Sunday for fighting with Portland’s Bonzi Wells after a game, going after him in the locker room and even blocking the Trail Blazer bus.

“Chris Mills engaged in some actions at the conclusion of the game, and well after the conclusion of the game, that quite frankly we cannot accept and will not tolerate,” NBA senior Vice President Stu Jackson said.

Mills’ suspension began with Sunday night’s game at Sacramento. He’ll also miss games against Toronto and the Clippers and will be eligible to return Dec. 30 against Philadelphia.

Wells was suspended two games on Saturday by the league for throwing a punch at Mills after Friday night’s game, which the Blazers won 113-111 on Rasheed Wallace’s last-second jumper. The altercation started a brawl involving players from both sides, and Wallace was fined $15,000 for trying to go after a fan who had thrown a wad of gum at him.

After both teams left the floor, Mills reportedly tried to get into the Trail Blazers’ locker room but was restrained. Later, witnesses said Mills parked his car in front of Portland’s bus, then got out with several friends and challenged the Trail Blazers.

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