Clipper Darrell Still Backing Clippers Despite KO Punch At Game, But Still Ailing

No, Clipper Darrell ain’t on his solution to turning into Celtic Darrell after being punched at a recreation earlier this month … the L.A. superfan tells TMZ Sports he is nonetheless in love with the Clippers — even when he is nonetheless ailing from the knockout blow.

We broke the story … the long-lasting NBA fan — actual identify Darrell Bailey — was left unconscious after a Crypto.com Arena safety guard socked him within the face following a dispute on the Clippers’ recreation in opposition to Boston again on Dec. 12.

Darrell informed us on the time he was left in a load of ache — and he truly needed to be taken to a close-by hospital for therapy.

Many questioned if the state of affairs would bitter his emotions on Kawhi Leonard, Paul George and the remainder of the fellows on the hardwood — however the 55-year-old informed us this week he ain’t going anyplace … even when the expertise he had with the world staffer was traumatic.

“I look ahead to returning to Crypto.com Arena to root for my 2023 NBA Championship Clippers!” he mentioned. “Let’s Go Clippers Let’s Go!!!”

Darrell did add he is nonetheless hurting from the punch — saying he is persevering with to obtain medical look after his illnesses. But, he did look like in higher spirits.

“What occurred that evening got here as a whole shock, and it left me heartbroken,” he mentioned. “I’m nonetheless coping with the emotional and bodily aftermath of being assaulted and knocked unconscious by the AEG safety guard. I’d prefer to thank the followers, athletes, the Clippers group, and AEG for his or her love and assist and for reaching out to me to verify on my well being and well-being.”

“I’d ask that my privateness be revered whereas I proceed therapy for my accidents.”