The NBA game between the Minnesota Timberwolves and Golden State Warriors scheduled for Saturday was postponed after a fatal shooting by a federal officer in Minneapolis. The league said the decision was made to 'prioritize the safety and security of the Minneapolis community.'
The shooting occurred less than two miles from the Target Center, where the Timberwolves play. Alex Pretti, 37, was killed in a confrontation with officers on a street in a commercial district. The Minnesota National Guard was assisting local police as protesters gathered near the scene.
The game has been rescheduled for Sunday afternoon. The two teams are also scheduled to play on Monday night. The Minnesota Twins ended their annual winter fan festival at Target Field an hour early to allow for the 'expedited departure' of guests.
Thousands of people marched through downtown Minneapolis on Friday in sub-zero temperatures to protest the presence and tactics of federal officers, who swelled to about 3,000 in the Twin Cities area this month as part of the Trump administration's immigration crackdown.
Two weeks ago, Renee Good, 37, was fatally shot in her car as she drove away from officers following a confrontation. The Timberwolves held a moment of silence for Good before their game the following night.
