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Georges Niang recalls fighting Mo Wagner: ‘Meet me in the back hallway’”

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Former Utah Jazz forward Georges Niang recently shared a humorous anecdote about a near altercation with teammate Mo Wagner during their time together in Salt Lake City. In a tweet, Niang revealed that the two players had a heated exchange on the court, culminating in Wagner challenging Niang to a fight in the back hallway.

Georges Niang’s Incident: A Closer Look

 

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Georges Niang, now a forward for the Cleveland Cavaliers, recounted the heated moment on an episode of “The Bench Seat” podcast. The altercation occurred during a game against the Orlando Magic, where Niang found himself in a physical confrontation with Mo Wagner. According to Niang, the tension began when Wagner aggressively fouled him during garbage time, taunting him with the words, “Too slow!”. This provocation led to a fiery exchange, with Niang challenging Wagner to meet him in the back hallway after the game.

A Tweet read,

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“Georges Niang recalls almost fighting Mo Wagner: ‘Meet me in the back hallway’”

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Emotions Run High

The intensity of the NBA can often lead to such confrontations. For Niang, the incident was a culmination of frustration and competitive spirit. He admitted to being “in his feelings” and reacting impulsively to Wagner’s taunt. The situation escalated quickly, with Niang sending a message in the team’s group chat, demanding a face-to-face confrontation with Wagner. However, when the two finally met, the tension dissipated, and they ended up hugging it out.

 

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