Wizards' Bradley Beal addresses postgame altercation with fan that led to police investigation

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Washington Wizards star Bradley Beal found himself under police investigation in March over a fan incident after a game against the Orlando Magic. 

The incident stemmed from a fan who claimed to have lost a bet and blamed Beal for it. The man yelled to Beal, "You made me lose $1,300, you f---," ESPN reported, citing police documents. 

Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal (3) dribbles the ball up the court against the Orlando Magic during the second half at Amway Center. (Rich Storry-USA TODAY Sports)

Beal turned around and walked to a friend of the fan who made the comment and allegedly knocked his hat off, making contact with the side of his head, according to the report.

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According to ESPN, the complaint says that "probable cause exists to charge Beal with simple battery" and charges would be filed with the state attorney’s office.

Beal addressed the incident on Monday at his end-of-season media availability, saying that he’s noticed an increase in hostility related to sports gambling over the last several years. 

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Mar 21, 2023; Orlando, Florida, USA; Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal (3) shoots over Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero (5) during the second half  at Amway Center. (Rich Storry-USA TODAY Sports)

"There’s been a little bit more developing, ongoing nastiness in the last few years with the sports gambling stuff. I understand," Beal told reporters. "I go to casinos, I gamble, I understand that. But I also understand it's probably a 99% chance I'm going to lose all this s---. So, I'm