“Bring this back for the lunatic fans” – Ron Artest’s SOCKING Pistons fans in the face goes VIRAL 20 years later sending fans into wave of nostalgia

Fans have come up with the reactions to the infamous Malice in the Palace incident from 20 years ago.

“Bring this back for the lunatic fans” – Ron Artest’s SOCKING Pistons fans in the face goes VIRAL 20 years later sending fans into wave of nostalgia

Ron Artest (Credits: Sports Illustrated)

Twenty years ago today, one of the worst incidents in NBA history took place in Detroit. It brought negative attention not only to Midwest clubs but the whole league. An aggressive rant led to several injuries, fines, bans, and suspensions from the sports industry. It brought new regulations to the NBA and heightened focus on player and fan safety. They perceived it as a violent night at the time. Everyone called it “The Malice in the Palace.” Where Ron Artest was the man who suffered the most.

Re-matching the Eastern Conference Finals from the previous season, the game was anticipated to be rough at the Palace of Auburn Hills in suburban Detroit. When Ron Artest fouled Detroit’s Ben Wallace with about 46 seconds remaining and Indiana was leading 97-82, Wallace shoved Artest, causing players and coaches from both teams to square up on the court. Artest laid down on the scorers’ table to calm down. Next, a supporter threw a beer cup and struck Artest.

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A violent incident resulted from Ron Artest and Stephen Jackson running into the crowd. Artest and Jermaine O’Neal of the Pacers struck two spectators who hurried to the court, 45.9 seconds remained. However, they were never put to use. Following the game, Artest and Wallace were among nine players suspended by the NBA for a total of 146 games, costing them $11 million in pay.

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After being accused of violence, five players received a year-long probationary period and community service mandates. In addition, five supporters were barred from Pistons home games for life and charged with violence.

Fans react to Ron Artest Malice in Palace story

Several legal actions were brought against Palace Sports and Entertainment, other event management companies, and certain participants. The NBA promptly strengthened player and venue security after the event and reminded players of the protocols in place. The supporters saw a change as well. Even though it happened 20 years ago, people continue to discuss it. And today, the post with the same footage of Malice at the palace brings back old memories.

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Ron Artest (Credits: Detroit Free Pass)

The incident was the worst fight the NBA players and coaches had ever witnessed. And now, the same response is given by others. People are still nostalgic over the Malice in the Palace incident, which was captured on the same video that went viral on X. However, the tweet has the incorrect year as 15 years instead of 20. People’s reactions to it indicate that they still consider it the most vicious incident in NBA history. Scroll down for reactions:

On February 17, 2005, the league implemented updated security protocols for each facility. These new regulations included a hard limitation of two alcoholic beverages per purchase for any one person, a size restriction of 24 (710 ml) for buying alcohol, and a halt on alcohol sales after the third quarter.

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