(CNN) A member of the Harlem Globetrotters is speaking out on racial insensitivities after two White Alabama news broadcasters threw fruit, including a banana, at him on live television. Pearce told CNN he was not sure who threw the second tangerine at him but said he could clearly see the banana was thrown by another White anchor off set. "WBRC Fox6 would like to take this opportunity to again extend a heartfelt and sincere apology to Globetrotter Max Pearce," Isbell said in a statement to AL.com . Pearce told CNN he was "shocked" when the banana landed in his hand and that he felt "utter disgust." He said current and former Harlem Globetrotters have been very supportive of him.

Source: CNN August 18, 2020 20:37 UTC