Embiid Suspended 3 Games, Faces $1M Wage Loss

Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid has been suspended for three games without pay following a physical altercation with Philadelphia Inquirer columnist Marcus Hayes after a critical article mentioning Embiid's son and late brother. Joe Dumars, the NBA's Executive Vice President, emphasized the need for professionalism between players and media. The suspension will result in Embiid missing games against the Clippers, Lakers, and Hornets, costing him over $1 million in lost wages. Embiid, who has been sidelined due to knee management, is expected to make his season debut in the NBA Cup against the New York Knicks. Reactions to the suspension have been mixed, with some criticizing the NBA and 76ers for not addressing the issue internally beforehand.