New Video Prompts NBA To Reopen Probe Into Lakers' Investigation Of Hayes
The NBA is reopening its investigation into the Lakers' handling of the Hayes investigation after a new video emerged.
The video, which was obtained by ESPN, shows Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka talking to Hayes about the allegations against him. In the video, Pelinka can be heard telling Hayes that he believes him and that he will do everything he can to help him.
The NBA originally closed its investigation into the Lakers' handling of the Hayes investigation in April. However, the league has decided to reopen the investigation after the new video emerged.
The Lakers have denied any wrongdoing and have said that they will cooperate with the NBA's investigation.
Hayes was arrested in July 2019 on suspicion of domestic violence. The Lakers suspended Hayes indefinitely after his arrest. In April, the NBA closed its investigation into the Lakers' handling of the Hayes investigation and found that the team had not violated any league rules.
The new video has raised questions about the Lakers' investigation. The video shows Pelinka talking to Hayes about the allegations against him, which raises questions about whether the Lakers were truly impartial in their investigation.
The NBA's investigation is ongoing. It is unclear what the league will find or what penalties the Lakers could face if they are found to have violated any league rules.