Memphis basketball player is charged with assault after punching rival

In the second in women's college basketball this week, a Memphis Tigers guard is facing criminal charges after punching a Bowling Green player d following the Falcons' win on Thursday night in the Women's NIT.

As the teams walked toward center court following Bowling Green's 73-60 win in the Round of 16 game, Memphis' Jamirah Shutes stopped to talk with Falcons' player Elissa Brett.

After a short conversation, Shutes appeared to throw a punch at Brett's face. Brett fell toward the scorer's table and onto the sideline.

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