Mark Cuban releases statement about Raymond Felton suspension

Mar 21, 2014; Philadelphia, PA, USA; New York Knicks guard Raymond Felton (2) brings the ball up court during the second quarter against the Philadelphia 76ers at the Wells Fargo Center. The Knicks defeated the Sixers 93-92. Mandatory Credit: Howard Smith-USA TODAY Sports /

The NBA suspended Dallas Mavericks point guard Raymond Felton for four games for pleading guilty to attempted criminal possession of a weapon and criminal possession of a firearm on Thursday.

Mavs owner Mark Cuban released a statement on the matter.

#Mavs owner Mark Cuban: "“Today we were made aware of Raymond Felton’s suspension. We also learned that Raymond will be permitted (CONT.).
— Dwain Price (@DwainPrice) August 7, 2014

(CONT.) "to complete his community service outside the state of New York. The Mavericks are working with Raymond and the court to (CONT.)
— Dwain Price (@DwainPrice) August 7, 2014

(CONT.) "develop a community service program that will have a positive and lasting impact on North Texas.”
— Dwain Price (@DwainPrice) August 7, 2014

Felton also added a few words.

#Mavs G Raymond Felton: "I demonstrated poor judgment and I take full responsibility for my actions. Moving forward I'm eager to (CONT.)
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(CONT.) "get to Dallas, to start fresh and make a positive impact in the Dallas metropolitan area."
— Dwain Price (@DwainPrice) August 7, 2014

The suspension will go into effect for the first four games of the season.