Embiid Suspended for Shoving Reporter Amidst Sixers' Tensions
Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid has been suspended for three games without pay after shoving Philadelphia Inquirer columnist Marcus Hayes, following a loss to the Memphis Grizzlies. The altercation was sparked by a column that mentioned Embiid's family while questioning his professionalism. The NBA emphasized the importance of maintaining professional interactions between players and media. Embiid, who has not played this season due to a knee injury, will lose over $1 million in pay during the suspension, which will start once he is cleared to play.