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Greg Monroe Suspended Two Games For Driving While Impaired

By Ashley Dunkak
@AshleyDunkak

CBS DETROIT - Less than 24 hours after signing a qualifying offer with the Detroit Pistons, forward Greg Monroe has been suspended by the NBA for two games, according to Yahoo Sports.

The Pistons and Monroe both issued statements in wake of the news.

"The organization is aware of the matter resulting in the NBA's announced two-game suspension for Greg Monroe," the Pistons stated in a press release. "Greg has taken responsibility in a conscientious manner and resolved the matter with his representatives."

In his statement, Monroe admitted to the action and apologized.

"I take full responsibility for my actions and made a regrettable mistake," Monroe stated in the release. "I apologize to my family, the Pistons' organization, my teammates and fans. I will learn from this and continue my work to be a positive influence in the community."

Monroe, a restricted free agent, took a significant amount of time this summer before deciding to stay in Detroit one more year in order to take advantage of unrestricted free agency next season. A 6-foot-11, 250-pound forward, Monroe averaged 15.2 points and 9.3 rebounds.

 

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