Joel Embiid's locker room altercation with Philadelphia columnist sparks NBA investigation. The 76ers star center confronted Marcus Hayes, a Philadelphia Inquirer columnist, after Hayes mentioned Embiid's late brother and son in an article criticizing the player's professionalism and effort. Embiid has yet to play for the 76ers this season.

Source: https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2024/nov/03/joel-embiid-locker-room-confrontation-marcus-hayes