Milwaukee Bucks guard Patrick Beverley has issued an apology for his actions during the closing minutes of the team's 120-98 loss to the Indiana Pacers, where he threw a basketball at fans sitting behind the team's bench not just once, but twice. Beverley expressed remorse for his behavior and acknowledged that it should never have happened.

Speaking on the Pat Bev Podcast, Beverley addressed the incident, saying, "What I did was bad, and that should never happen. I have to be better, and I will be better." The veteran guard took responsibility for his actions and expressed a sincere commitment to improve his behavior on and off the court.

The incident occurred when a Pacers fan allegedly made a mild taunt towards Beverley, referencing the Bucks' imminent elimination from the playoffs and jokingly mentioning their "Cancun vacation plans." However, Beverley claimed that there was more to the exchange than just those words, stating, "Let's just say it was more than 'Cancun on three.' Let's just say it was more than that."

Beverley pointed out that he has faced verbal abuse throughout his NBA career but felt that the comments directed at him during this incident crossed a line. He stated, "The things that were said to me, I could've gotten four or five fans kicked out."

It was revealed that security personnel at Gainbridge Fieldhouse had asked Beverley earlier in the game if he wanted the fans removed, but he declined the offer, stating, "I'm not the guy to get fans kicked out neither."

As an unrestricted free agent this offseason, Beverley may face penalties from the NBA in the form of a suspension and fine if he finds a new team for the upcoming season. The league typically takes disciplinary action for incidents like this to maintain player conduct standards.

Beverley's apology and commitment to self-improvement demonstrate his recognition of his mistake and a desire to learn from it. The veteran guard's future team will likely expect him to uphold a higher standard of behavior, both on and off the court.