A heated moment unfolded during the TCU-Arizona State basketball game, resulting in a dramatic ejection and a scuffle that involved TCU center Malick Diallo and Arizona State coach Bobby Hurley. The incident began when TCU guard Brock Harding was double-teamed by Arizona State defenders, prompting him to call a timeout. This move sparked a confrontation between Harding and Arizona State's Bryce Ford, who attempted to take the ball. In a display of frustration, Harding raised his hands, and TCU's Micah Robinson rushed into the fray. The situation escalated quickly, with players, including Malick Diallo, rushing in. During the chaos, Hurley appeared to trip, falling to the floor. Despite attempts by staff to restrain him, Hurley was visibly furious. The officials humorously addressed the situation, suggesting it started with a timeout and ended in a minor scuffle. Malick Diallo, who was not even dressed for the game due to an ACL tear earlier in the season, was ejected for running onto the court. The game continued with TCU leading 67-50, and with approximately eight minutes remaining, the Horned Frogs were led by Xavier Edmonds and Micah Robinson in scoring. The team's defensive strategy had effectively limited Arizona State's three-point shooting, preventing quick runs.
