The assaulted Detroit Lions fan held a press conference to speak on DK Metcalf.

The Lions fan involved in the DK Metcalf altercation is speaking out in a manner unlike any other fan has in the past.

Pittsburgh Steelers star wide receiver DK Metcalf took a swing at a Detroit Lions fan on Sunday. A male fan was leaning over the ledge. It wasn’t clear what led to the conversation, but Metcalf responded with a punch. It wasn’t a direct hit, but there was some contact.

The Detroit Free Press tracked down the fan in the stands, who said he was “a little shocked. Like everyone’s talking to me. I’m a little rattled, but I just want the Lions to win, baby.” He claimed at the time that he called Metcalf by his real name, which set him off.

Metcalf told former NFL wide receiver Chad Johnson what happened. He stated the fan called him a racial slur and made grotesque comments about his mother. That added another wrinkle to the story. It led to the fan announcing a press conference he would hold on Friday.

Detroit Lions Fan Claims He Never Used Foul Language or Racial Slurs Towards DK Metcalf

DK Metcalf (Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images)
The Lions fan who got swung on by DK Metcalf says it is really hard to get him upset. He claims that animal abuse and racism get him upset. The fan said he used no racial slurs or hate speech towards Metcalf.

To make matters worse, he then uses Metcalf’s real name to state that he should retract what he said. His family is reportedly receiving threats over it.

A split-second decision ultimately cost Metcalf so much more. The league suspended him for the rest of the regular season. The NFL upheld the suspension on Tuesday after his appeal. Metcalf will lose $555,556 for missing Pittsburgh’s final two games of the season.

The suspension also voids $45 million in guaranteed money over the next two seasons. DK’s contract states that if he fails “to practice or play with the Club for any reason,” the guarantees will be “null and void,” according to CBS Sports.

Luka Doncic ‘destroys’ the Mavs on his return. Gets standing ovation and shows love to Mark Cuban

Luka Doncic hits 45 points in his first game in Dallas since being traded to the Los Angeles.

It’s rare for a home crowd to cheer the visiting team, but Luka Doncic’s return to Dallas was no ordinary night.

Just days before February’s trade deadline, the Mavericks shocked the NBA by sending their 26-year-old superstar to the Lakers—a move that outraged fans and sparked backlash toward GM Nico Harrison.

On Wednesday, Doncic played his first game back in Dallas since the trade. The arena was filled with fans in both his old Mavs and new Lakers jerseys, many chanting “Fire Nico” in protest.

Despite the emotion in the air, Doncic delivered a dominant performance, scoring a game-high 45 points to lead the Lakers to a 112-97 win. It was a powerful return for one of the league’s brightest stars—and a night Dallas won’t soon forget

The Mavericks pay tribute to Luka Dončić

While the Mavericks’ decision to trade Luka Doncic remains heavily criticized, they handled his return to Dallas with undeniable grace. The organization made sure his first game back as a Laker was met with respect and appreciation.

Every seat in the arena was draped with a T-shirt reading “Hvala za vse,” which translates from Slovenian to “thank you for everything.” It was a thoughtful nod to Doncic’s heritage and impact on the franchise.

Before tip-off, during the starting lineup announcements, the Mavericks played a tribute video showcasing some of Doncic’s most iconic moments in a Dallas jersey. The emotional gesture clearly resonated—moving Doncic to tears in front of the crowd that once called him their own.

Luka Doncic ‘DESTROYS’ his old team

Luka delivered a dazzling performance against his former team, putting up 45 points on 16-of-28 shooting, including 7-of-10 from beyond the arc. He also added 8 rebounds, 6 assists, and 4 steals in a game that showed exactly why he’s one of the best in the league.

From the opening tip, Doncic was locked in. By halftime, Doncic had racked up 31 points on 11-of-16 shooting in just 19 minutes—marking the 10th time in his career he’s scored 30 or more in a single half.

Though his scoring slowed in the second half, he continued to lead effectively, securing both a Lakers win and an unforgettable showing for the fans in Dallas.