Seven-time All-Star Philadelphia 76ers center has been dinged for exhibiting a “lewd gesture” during an eventual 109-108 defeat to the Boston Celtics on Friday, per an announcement from NBA Executive Vice President and Head of Basketball Operations James Jones, via the league’s public relations department.
The 2023 MVP has been hit with a $50,000 fine after his behavior in the opening quarter of the home contest, a rematch of Philadelphia’s initial 117-116 opening night triumph on the road against Boston.
This story will be updated…
2025 NEWSWEEK DIGITAL LLC.
This story was originally published November 2, 2025 at 1:15 PM.