Patrick Beverley, Milwaukee Bucks apologize to Malinda Adams of ESPN following locker room incident after Game 6

Patrick Beverley and the Milwaukee Bucks had a rough Thursday night. First, the Bucks were eliminated from the NBA Playoffs at the hands of the Indiana Pacers, losing Game 6 by a final score of 120-98. 

With just over two minutes remaining in the game, Pat Bev was throwing a basketball at Pacers fans who were making “Cancun” jokes as the Bucks broke from a huddle, and following the game, the trouble continued after an interaction with a female member of the media went as poorly as anyone could have imagined. 

Malinda Adams of ESPN attempted to ask Patrick Beverley a question but he shut her down after learning that he was not subscribed to his podcast, “The Pat Bev Podcast with Rone”, presented by Barstool Sports. 

When Adams responded with a “no”, Pat Bev directed his attention to other reporters in the locker room. 

Honestly, I didn’t really think much of it but of course, with Pat Bev seemingly shutting down a “female reporter” in the locker room, the feminists and really anyone looking for engagement (Brian Windhorst) online had a field day with this video clip. 

Patrick Beverley ignores Malinda Adams because she wasn’t subscribed to his podcast

Patrick Beverly tells female reporter from ESPN that she cannot interview him since she doesn't subscribe to his podcast. pic.twitter.com/sRFHiZJaSK

— Alex Golden (@AlexGoldenNBA) May 3, 2024

Malinda is one of the best in the business — a consummate pro. Not to mention one of the kindest people you’ll ever meet.

— Malika Andrews (@malika_andrews) May 3, 2024

First the disrespect to Michele Roberts in the NBA Bubble in front of other NBA players and now this… He is who he is. Respect to stellar veteran producer Malinda Adams for her professionalism through that silliness. https://t.co/MLkHm2wfTQ

— Marc J. Spears (@MarcJSpears) May 3, 2024

Honestly, I think Patrick Beverley would have responded to anyone in that moment the same way. Adams was right next to him and he was just being his typical smart-ass self. Regardless, he reached out to Malinda Adams following the incident and apologized for the way he spoke to her so no harm, no foul in my book. 

I want to thank everyone for their kind words and support. I am humbled. Patrick Beverley just called me and apologized. I appreciate it and accept it. The Bucks also reached out to apologize. I've been in news for over 40 years and kindness and grace always win.

— Malinda Adams (@MalindaAdams) May 3, 2024

If anything, I think throwing a basketball at a fan for chanting Cancun is worse. Pat Bev can’t be the guy who talks a bunch of shit and then gets mad when someone does it to him. Should he treat the media like that in the locker room? Of course not but again, I think Pat Bev would have given anyone the same treatment in that situation. 

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