Published 17:05 IST, January 21st 2020
Delonte West in horrible shape after gun altercation in Washington; players offer support
Former Dallas Mavericks and Cleveland Cavaliers player - Delonte West - was caught on camera getting beaten up on the street in Washington DC on Tuesday.
Twitter users woke up to a disturbing video of former NBA player Delonte West getting beaten up on the street in Washington DC. Delonte West, who has previously played for Boston Celtics, Seattle SuperSonics, Cleveland Cavaliers, and Dallas Mavericks in the NBA, can be seen lying on the ground while a man showers back-to-back punches and kicks on the former player. As expected, many former NBA players and sports personalities offered their support to Delonte West who is said to suffering from a bipolar disorder as per his brother's comments.
Delonte West video: D-West beaten up brutally, handcuffed after a gun altercation in Washington
In the video above, Delonte West can be seen talking about the incident that occurred in Washington DC. The former Cavs appears to be saying that someone approached him with a gun as he was walking down the street. However, when he was asked further detail about his account of the incident. He is repeatedly seen screaming "I don't give a f**k" twice before ranting about something that is unclear in the clip.
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Former teammate Jameer Nelson and coach Phil Martelli speak up for Delonte West
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Updated 17:05 IST, January 21st 2020