Atlanta Hawks guard Kingson Flemings has already caught the NBA's attention in his rookie year. But for the wrong reason.

The NBA meted out a one-game suspension to Flemings for elbowing Bryce McGowens in the head in the Hawks' loss to the New Orleans Pelicans, 121-99, on Saturday.

The punishment was announced by James Jones, the league's executive vice president and head of basketball operations.

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— NBA Communications (@NBAPR) November 2, 2026

Flemings, the No. 8 pick in June, was ejected from the contest.

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The 19-year-old guard will sit out against the Indiana Pacers on Monday.

He is averaging 7.1 points, 2.9 rebounds, and 4.7 assists in 20.3 minutes off the bench. He had 12 points, two rebounds, six assists, and four steals against the Pelicans.

More details to come.