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(ATLANTA) — Philadelphia center Joel Embiid was fined $35,000 for his actions during Friday’s playoff game against Atlanta, the NBA announced on Sunday.
With 4:02 left in the fourth quarter, Embiid was called for an offensive foul while attempting a layup and fell on Hawks forward John Collins. Collins shoved Embiid when they were both on the ground. When the two players stood up, Embiid started walking towards Collins with his arms stretched out wide, pushing him back towards the base of the hoop. Players from both teams broke up the altercation.
Both players were given technical fouls.
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