Hawks Rookie Kingston Flemings to Sit Out Monday Game After Ejection

Atlanta Hawks rookie guard Kingston Flemings will miss one game without pay after elbowing New Orleans Pelicans guard Bryce McGowens in the face during Saturday night's loss, the NBA announced Sunday.

The altercation occurred with 3:04 remaining in the fourth quarter of the Pelicans' victory. Flemings received a flagrant foul 2 and an automatic ejection. He will serve the suspension Monday night when the Hawks visit the Indiana Pacers.

Flemings had posted strong numbers before leaving the game. He recorded 12 points, six assists, four steals, and two rebounds in the loss to New Orleans.

The No. 8 overall pick in the June draft has played in seven games this season. He is averaging 7.1 points, 4.7 assists, and 2.9 rebounds in 20.3 minutes per contest. His shooting splits stand at 47.6% from the floor and 38.5% from 3-point range.

Fans in the Atlanta area can follow the team's remaining schedule through WANF's free over-the-air signal on channel 46.1. The station also carries games via Xfinity, Spectrum, DirecTV, DISH Network, YouTube TV, DirecTV Stream, and Fubo. Peachtree Sports Network will broadcast games across Georgia, while Gray Media stations in Albany, Augusta, Columbus, Macon, and Savannah will air select games locally.