Joel Embiid fined $25K for obscene gesture vs. Hawks

NEW YORK — Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid has been fined $25,000 for making an obscene gesture on the playing court and using profane language during a live television interview, it was announced today by Kiki VanDeWeghe, Executive Vice President, Basketball Operations. The amount of Embiid’s fine also reflects his multiple prior violations of acceptable …

Hornets guard Malik Monk suspended for violating Anti-Drug Program

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Hornets guard Malik Monk has been suspended without pay for violating the terms of the NBA/NBPA Anti-Drug program. The suspension starts with the game against the New York Knicks on Wednesday night and will remain in effect until he is confirmed to be fully compliant with the program. The Hornets released …