NBA Makes Official Victor Wembanyama Punishment Decision Ahead of Spurs
Sports Illustrated • • general
Key Points:
- Victor Wembanyama was ejected from Game 4 of the Spurs vs. Timberwolves series after elbowing Naz Reid in the neck, marking the first ejection of his career.
- The NBA reviewed the incident and decided not to suspend or fine Wembanyama, allowing him to play in Game 5, citing his lack of prior history with such fouls.
- Spurs coach Mitch Johnson defended Wembanyama, criticizing the officials for allowing excessive physicality against his star and dismissing the idea of a suspension as unreasonable.
- Despite the ejection, Wembanyama has been dominant in the series, particularly in Game 3, helping the Spurs secure a close victory over the Timberwolves.
- Game 5 is scheduled for May 12 in San Antonio, with the series potentially extending to Games 6 and 7, depending on outcomes.