Officials have determined that De’Aaron Fox’s historic triple-double will stand.
After Monday’s game in the Bahamas, ESPN scrutinized the triple-double, saying that one assist should not have counted.
Bill Coteron, who has a really long title, released a statement saying that the triple-double will stand.
It is only the second triple-double ever recorded by a Kentucky player.
Official judgement is in: De'Aaron Fox's triple-double will stand. He officially had 14 points, 11 rebounds and 10 assists vs. Ariz State
— Jerry Tipton (@JerryTipton) November 30, 2016
"After careful consideration…Due to the fast-paced nature of the game, we felt the credit applied in-game was valid," official statement.
— Jerry Tipton (@JerryTipton) November 30, 2016
Statement by Bill Coteron, VP & GENERAL MANAGER CONFERENCE SERVICES/BANQUET OPERATIONS/SPECIAL EVENTS/ENTERTAINMENT ATLANTIS SHOWCASE
— Jerry Tipton (@JerryTipton) November 30, 2016
Statement: "We regret that this was brought into question and certainly hope it doesn’t take away from his outstanding MVP performance."
— Jerry Tipton (@JerryTipton) November 30, 2016
