The L.A. Times and TMZ are reporting Walton is being sued by a woman who claims he pinned her down and kissed her at a hotel in Santa Monica.
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Walton was reportedly meeting with Spectrum's SportsNet reporter Kelli Tennant to discuss a book she was writing. She says he then convinced her to come to his room.
It is not clear if the incident was ever reported to police.
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The Sacramento Kings who just hired Walton say they are aware of the report but have no comment.
The Warriors put out this statement:
"We became aware of the alleged incident and story this evening and are in the process of seeking more information. We'll have no further comment at this time."