Tyler Herro restrained after Bam Adebayo hit him

Tyler Herro attempted to respond after an altercation with former teammate Bam Adebayo but was held back by others at the gym, according to ESPN’s Ramona Shelburne.

The incident reportedly began when Adebayo struck Herro, although accounts differ regarding the extent of the physical contact.

“Sources with knowledge of the encounter told ESPN that Adebayo struck Herro near his chin, although descriptions of the nature of the physical contact is in some dispute.

“Herro did not get knocked to the ground, according to sources with knowledge of the interaction, who added that he was restrained by others in the gym from responding physically.”

Tyler Herro reportedly had to be held back from trying to hit Bam Adebayo 😳, per @ramonashelburne

“Sources with knowledge of the encounter told ESPN that Adebayo struck Herro near his chin, although descriptions of the nature of the physical contact is in some dispute. Herro… pic.twitter.com/re4yZ07PDX

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