Atlanta Hawks rookie Kingston Flemings has been suspended for one game following an elbow to the head incident, the NBA announced Monday. The discipline was reported by Victoria Hernandez of USA TODAY.
The suspension stems from an on-court altercation in which Flemings delivered an elbow to an opponent's head area. Specific details regarding the game in which the incident occurred and the opposing player involved were not immediately disclosed.
Flemings, a first-year player for the Hawks, will miss the team's next scheduled game as a result of the league's disciplinary action. The NBA typically reviews such plays for unnecessary or excessive contact to the head, with suspensions ranging from one game to multiple games depending on severity and intent.
The Hawks organization has not yet issued a public statement regarding the suspension. Flemings' absence will test Atlanta's depth as they navigate the early portion of the 2026-27 NBA season.
