Rocky the Mountain Lion is suing the Denver Nuggets, or, well, the man behind the mascot's mask is, claiming the team violated disability protection laws.

Drake Solomon, who took over the role of “Rocky” from his father, says he was fired months after having a hip replacement surgery, according to the lawsuit.

A former Denver Nuggets mascot sued the team for discrimination and wrongful termination after hip replacement surgery ...

Drake Solomon, a performer who previously served as the Nuggets' mascot, is suing team owner Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (KSE), alleging "unlawful disability-based discrimination and termination." ...