AUBURN HILLS, Mich. -- Police said Monday they have identified a man they say threw a chair in a brawl during a Pacers-Pistons game earlier this month.

Authorities identified the suspect as Bryant David Jackson, 35, of the Flint, Mich., area, according to Detroit TV station and ABC affiliate WXYZ.

Jackson is a Detroit Pistons season-ticket holder, police said.

He has not been interviewed and is not in custody. Police Lt. James Manning said police have met with the man's attorney.

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The lawyer, Kenneth Karasick, did not immediately respond to a telephone message seeking comment.

The fight among spectators and players broke out near the end of Nov. 19's game after an on-court dispute over a foul. A fan hurled a drink at Indiana's Ron Artest, who then charged into the stands and apporached a man he thought had done it.

A brawl ensued as other players and fans became involved.

Oakland County Prosecutor David Gorcyca has said the man who threw the chair, which hit several people including a police officer, could be charged with felony assault. Other participants could be charged with misdemeanor assault and battery.

Police last week released video that they said showed the man who threw the chair. Detroit TV station WDIV then released a video that showed clearer pictures of the man, who appeared to loosen a metal folding chair and then run up an aisle.

Separately, Manning said Auburn Hills detectives were informed by a lawyer for the Pacers that none of the players would participate in police interviews.

Manning said the investigation could be forwarded to prosecutors by the beginning of next week.

The NBA suspended Artest for the season, Stephen Jackson for 30 games and Jermaine O'Neal for 25. Six players were suspended for one to six games.