Conor McGregor denies claims he raped woman at NBA final on same night he hit a mascot
CONOR McGregor has denied claims he raped a woman at the NBA finals on the same night he hit a mascot.
The UFC fighter has been accused of assaulting the woman in the men's bathrooms at the game in Florida on June 9.
According to letters sent by an attorney, McGregor has been accused of the assault following the Denver Nuggets' win against Miami Heat.
A representative for McGregor told TMZ the "allegations are false.
"Mr McGregor will not be intimidated."
It is understood authorities are aware of the claim - but there is no suggestion McGregor has been arrested.
Lawyers say the woman is seeking settlements with the NBA, the Heat and McGregor.
Letters from attorney Ariel Mitchell claim McGregor "aggressively kissed" the woman - before forcing her to have oral sex with him.
A UFC spokesperson said: "The organisation is aware of the recent allegations regarding Conor McGregor and will continue to gather additional details regarding the incident.
"UFC will allow the legal process to play out before making any additional statements."
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A Miami Heat spokesperson added: "We are aware of the allegations and are conducting a full investigation."
The claims have surfaced less than 24 hours after it emerged McGregor and his fiancee Dee Devlin are expecting their fourth child.
On the night of the June 9 finals, McGregor was invited onto the court during a break in the game.
As he began addressing the crowd, McGregor was interrupted by Miami Heat mascot Burnie - who was wearing a pair of golden boxing gloves.
Footage from the night shows the Irishman delivering a devastating left-handed punch to the mascot - sending him falling to the ground.
The staff checked on Burnie before dragging him away.
