Howard fined USD 25,000 for obscene gesture

Charlotte Hornets centre Dwight Howard made an obscene gesture towards a fan while playing against Minnesota Timberwolves.

Published : Nov 08, 2017 11:43 IST

Dwight Howard is averaging 14.6 points, 13.6 rebounds and 1.2 assists after playing 10 games this season.
Dwight Howard is averaging 14.6 points, 13.6 rebounds and 1.2 assists after playing 10 games this season.
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Dwight Howard is averaging 14.6 points, 13.6 rebounds and 1.2 assists after playing 10 games this season.

Charlotte Hornets centre Dwight Howard directed an obscene gesture towards a fan while playing against Minnesota Timberwolves on Sunday and is now paying for his actions.

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The NBA announced on Tuesday Howard received a USD 25,000 fine for the gesture.

The incident happened with one minute, 15 seconds remaining in the second quarter of the Hornets' 112-94 loss to Timberwolves.

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Howard, 31, is averaging 14.6 points, 13.6 rebounds and 1.2 assists after playing 10 games this season.

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