Overview
- The Spurs star was tossed Sunday with 8:39 left in the second quarter after a swinging elbow hit Naz Reid in the jaw as Minnesota led 36-34, and the Flagrant Foul Penalty 2 triggered an automatic ejection under NBA rules.
- Crew chief Zach Zarba said replay showed windup, impact and follow-through above the neck, and the ejection was the first of Wembanyama’s career after he posted four points and four rebounds in about 12 minutes.
- Minnesota closed out a 114-109 win to level the second-round series 2-2, taking advantage of San Antonio losing its defensive anchor and rim protector for most of Game 4.
- The NBA will review the play for possible discipline, which could include a fine or suspension, and a Flagrant 2 does not by itself require a suspension, making his Game 5 availability the key question.
- Wembanyama had dominated Game 3 with 39 points, 15 rebounds and five blocks, underscoring how his presence shapes drives, shots at the rim and spacing that San Antonio relies on at both ends.