"I made a few comments that some people found objectionable," Wallace said in a statement. "I regret using street language to express my opinion because everyone has focused on these few comments when I said other things. It was not my intent to offend anyone."

"So, if I offended any of my teammates, fellow NBA players, the Trail Blazer fans and organization, I apologize," he said. "I have nothing more to say about this matter."