Pels’ Alvarado, Suns’ Williams suspended for fight

The NBA on Sunday suspended New Orleans Pelicans guard Jose Alvarado two games and Phoenix Suns center Mark Williams one game for their roles in an on-court fight Saturday night that saw them both ejected.

The incident occurred with 2:06 remaining in the third quarter of the Suns’ 123-114 win at Smoothie King Center, when Alvarado pushed Williams out of the way while playing defense and was called for a foul. Williams then shoved Alvarado in the back.

Alvarado turned toward Williams and the two exchanged words before grabbing each other and throwing punches. Both players landed right hands before being separated and then ejected.

Neither player was available to speak with reporters after the game.

Alvarado will miss Monday’s home game against the New York Knicks and Wednesday’s game at Chicago. Williams will serve his suspension Monday, when the Suns visit the Wizards.

The Associated Press contributed to this report.