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Victor Wembanyama’s immediate reaction after getting ejected
TL;DR
Victor Wembanyama was ejected for a Flagrant 2 foul during Game 4 of the NBA Western Conference Semifinals against the Minnesota Timberwolves. His ejection marked the first of his career, finishing the game with four points and four rebounds.
Key points
- Victor Wembanyama ejected for Flagrant 2 foul
- Ejection occurred in NBA Western Conference Semifinals
- Wembanyama scored four points and four rebounds before ejection
- First ejection of Wembanyama's career
- Incident involved contact with Naz Reid
NBAVictor WembanyamaSan Antonio SpursMinnesota Timberwolves
San Antonio Spurs superstar Victor Wembanyama’s initial reaction moments before his ejection was pure confusion. The 22-year-old was assessed a Flagrant 2 foul in Game 4 of the NBA Western Conference Semifinals against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Sunday.
At the 8:39 mark in the second quarter, Wembanyama positioned for a rebound. He was swarmed by Naz Reid. The Frenchman threw an elbow that connected square on Reid’s jaw.
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Officials reviewed the play and deemed the contact excessive, ruling it a follow-through above the neck of an opponent. The call warranted an automatic ejection.
Wembanyama finished with four points and four rebounds in 13 minutes in the first ejection of his career.
Victor Wembanyama left confused by ejection
Cameras caught Wembanyama seated on the bench as referees delivered their verdict. He did not appear to understand the ruling after officials confirmed the Flagrant 2. The two-time All-Star had to clarify with veteran teammate Harrison Barnes before heading to the locker room.
The Timberwolves’ physicality may be starting to get to Wembanyama. The ejection was uncharacteristic for the Spurs star, who is typically calm and collected on the floor.
Q&A
What led to Victor Wembanyama's ejection in Game 4?
Wembanyama was ejected for a Flagrant 2 foul after throwing an elbow that struck Naz Reid in the jaw.
How did Victor Wembanyama perform before his ejection?
Before his ejection, Wembanyama scored four points and grabbed four rebounds in 13 minutes of play.
When was Victor Wembanyama's first career ejection?
Wembanyama's first career ejection occurred during Game 4 of the NBA Western Conference Semifinals against the Minnesota Timberwolves.