Question 1

What is the longest suspension in NBA history, and who holds it?

Accepted Answer

Ron Artest's 86-game suspension (73 regular season, 13 post season) is the longest in NBA history, surpassing Latrell Spreewell's 68-game record.

Question 2

How did the NBA change its rules after the 2004 incident?

Accepted Answer

The NBA bolstered security, changed alcohol consumption rules with caps and smaller servings, hired more officers, and instituted a controversial business attire dress code for players not in uniform.

Question 3

Which referee officiated multiple notoriously controversial NBA games?

Accepted Answer

Tim Donaghy officiated the 2002 Lakers-Kings Western Conference Finals and the 2007 Suns-Spurs Western Conference Semifinals, later admitting to game-fixing.

Question 4

What is considered the definitive broadcast of the 2004 incident?

Accepted Answer

The ESPN broadcast is regarded as the definitive version, famous for Bill Walton's statement 'This is a disgrace,' after which he switched exclusively to college basketball.

Question 5

What is 'Malice at the Palace' about?

Accepted Answer

Key figures from the infamous 2004 incident between players and fans at an NBA game in Michigan discuss the fight, its fallout, and its lasting legacy.

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