What happened: White said Smith was someone he never expected to see in this situation, adding that personal experience taught him it can happen to anybody. The alleged altercation involved Smith and his wife.

Why it matters: The comments put UFC's top executive on record about a pending case involving a one-time title challenger. The court proceedings now take precedence over Smith's fighting legacy.

What to watch: Smith waived his preliminary hearing, moving the case to Nebraska district court.