Police: Wizards’ Bradley Beal Faces Possible Battery Charge

Washington Wizards' Bradley Beal (3) makes a move to get around Orlando Magic's Wendell Carter Jr. (34) during the second half of an NBA basketball game in Orlando, Fla., on March 21, 2023. John Raoux/AP Photo

ORLANDO, Fla.—Washington Wizards shooting guard Bradley Beal is facing a possible misdemeanor charge in central Florida after a fan accused the NBA All-Star of hitting him during an argument after a game against the Orlando Magic.

Probable cause exists to charge Beal with simple battery for the March 21 confrontation, an Orlando police case report said.