Wembanyama Ejected for Flagrant 2 as Timberwolves Even Series 2–2

Overview

• Victor Wembanyama was ejected early in the second quarter Sunday after a video review found he elbowed Naz Reid in the throat.
• Officials upgraded the initial offensive foul to a Flagrant 2, defined as excessive contact above the neck and carrying an automatic ejection.
• San Antonio fell 114-109 in Minneapolis, tying the series 2-2 with Game 5 set for Tuesday in San Antonio, and the NBA is expected to review the play for possible further punishment.
• The 22-year-old finished with four points, four rebounds and three fouls in 13 minutes after persistent rough defense from Naz Reid and Jaden McDaniels.
• Acting coach Mitch Johnson said there was no intent in the elbow and criticized the level of physical play he says referees have allowed on Wembanyama.