Wizards Mascot Hires High-Powered Attorney After Jaxson Hayes Shoving Incident
Source: Story by National Today – Feb. 11, 2026
A Washington Wizards mascot performer has hired high‑powered attorney Waukeen McCoy after being shoved by Los Angeles Lakers center Jaxson Hayes during pre‑game introductions on January 30, 2026. According to reports, the shove caused injuries to the individual inside the G‑Wiz costume. The NBA issued Hayes a one‑game suspension for the incident, and he later apologized, stating the mascot stepped on his foot during warm‑ups. Despite the apology, McCoy says legal action is likely, noting they will allow Hayes and the Lakers to resolve the matter before filing a lawsuit.