‘Like a running back’: De’Aaron Fox dunk vs. Warriors sends floor cleaner ‘scrambling’

The speed of Kings guard De’Aaron Fox can create problems – and apparently, not just for other players.

Fox came away with a steal and transition dunk in the first quarter of Game 4 their first-round playoff series with the Golden State Warriors that was worthy of highlight reels in its own right, but viewers were quick to notice something on the other side of the court.

Racing to get out of the way after the quick turnover, a floor cleaner at Chase Center had to dive out of the way, stumbling a bit and nearly crashing full-speed into referee Pat Freher as he flew out of frame of the TV broadcast.

Fans took notice on Twitter, and while some poked fun, others seemed genuinely impressed by the speed and hustle displayed by the “towel boy.” One fan said he was “scrambling.” Others said he looked like a football running back.

Players, refs, arena employees – everyone was hustling Sunday afternoon in San Francisco, where the Kings led the Warriors 32-31 at the end of the first quarter.

This story was originally published April 23, 2023 at 1:30 PM.

Michael McGough

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Michael McGough is a sports and local editor for The Sacramento Bee. He previously covered breaking news and COVID-19 for The Bee, which he joined in 2016. He is a Sacramento native and graduate of Sacramento State.