Philadelphia 76ers' star center Joel Embiid has been handed his first fine of the season by the NBA after an exuberant wrestling celebration during their recent game against the Portland Trail Blazers on Sunday. The league has fined Embiid $35,000 for his actions.

Embiid, known for his dominant basketball skills and larger-than-life personality, unleashed his wrestling celebration after successfully finishing through contact against the Trail Blazers. However, the league deemed his celebration excessive and imposed a hefty fine as a consequence.

This is not the first time Embiid has been fined for his wrestling celebration. Earlier this year, he was fined $25,000 for performing the same celebration against the Brooklyn Nets in January. It appears that the NBA is taking a firm stance on Embiid's post-play theatrics and may continue to penalize him if he persists with this celebration throughout the season.

Despite the fine, the game showcased Embiid's exceptional performance on the court. The 7-foot center contributed a remarkable 35 points, 15 rebounds, seven assists, and six blocks, leading the 76ers to a victory over the Trail Blazers. With this win, the team now holds a solid 2-1 record in the early stages of the season, following a close defeat against the Milwaukee Bucks in their season opener.

However, Embiid's next appearance on the court will have a notable change. The 76ers made headlines recently by trading away disgruntled superstar James Harden to the Los Angeles Clippers on Tuesday morning. In return, Philadelphia acquired a new set of teammates, including Marcus Morris, Nic Batum, Robert Covington, KJ Martin, along with valuable draft assets. This unexpected trade aims to bolster the team's chances of contending for the NBA championship.

As Embiid's tenure continues with the 76ers, it remains to be seen if he will curtail his animated celebrations or face further fines from the league. Regardless, fans can expect his dominant presence on the court to help propel Philadelphia towards continued success in the upcoming games.