Victor Wembanyama was ejected in Game 4 after a Flagrant 2 foul for an elbow to Naz Reid, sparking suspension debate in the playoff series between the San Antonio Spurs and the Minnesota Timberwolves. Analyst Stephen A. Smith said the play "warrants a suspension for game 5," adding that only Wembanyama's status might save him from additional punishment.
The debate around Victor Wembanyama is growing after a controversial play in Game 4 of the NBA Playoffs Round 2 series between the San Antonio Spurs and the Minnesota Timberwolves.
During the second quarter, Wembanyama was ejected after throwing an elbow that hit Naz Reid in the throat area. Officials first called an offensive foul, but after a video review, the call was upgraded to a Flagrant 2 for excessive contact above the neck, leading to an automatic ejection.
The incident quickly became one of the main talking points of the series, which is now tied 2-2 heading into Game 5 in San Antonio on Tuesday.
One of the strongest reactions came from analyst Stephen A. Smith, who believes the league should take further action.
"We all know the only reason if Wemby doesn't get suspended is that he's Victor Wembyanama and everybody wants to see him play. That might save him, but the play itself warrants a suspension for game 5," he said during First Take per NBA Courtside.
The Spurs now face a key moment in the series as they prepare to host Game 5 at home, with pressure rising after the controversial ejection and the physical tone of the matchup.
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