Even Steven: NSAC reduces Nate Diaz's fine, suspension from UFC 202 news conference incident

LAS VEGAS – The Nevada State Athletic Commission today reduced Nate Diaz’s fine and suspension stemming from his UFC 202 press conference melee with Conor McGregor, ordering him to pay a $15,000 fine and complete 15 hours community service.

During a meeting today in Las Vegas, the commission voted unanimously to amend a settlement agreement with Diaz, in line with a reduction given to McGregor after a re-hearing this past month on the UFC lightweight champ’s case.

Previously, Diaz was fined $50,000 and given 50 hours community service for his role in a melee that resulted in water bottles and energy drinks being thrown between the fighters at a news conference in support of this past August’s pay-per-view event at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.

Since Diaz paid his $50,000 fine earlier this year following his initial settlement agreement, the UFC lightweight should actually have a refund on the way. He has until Dec. 30 of this year to complete his community service.

While Diaz has not technically signed the agreement, his attorney, Sam Awad, said the fighter will contact NSAC Executive Director Bob Bennett today to signal he agrees to the new deal and will sign it shortly.

Diaz (19-11 MMA, 14-9 UFC) lost a unanimous decision to McGregor (20-3 MMA, 8-1 UFC) in a highly anticipated rematch to the pair’s original meeting at UFC 196. He has not fought since.

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