In a heated NBA playoff matchup between the San Antonio Spurs and Minnesota Timberwolves on Sunday night, star center Victor Wembanyama received an ejection for striking Naz Reid in the throat with his elbow.
The Incident Unfolds
The altercation occurred midway through the second quarter. Wembanyama secured the ball before engaging in a struggle for possession. In the heat of the moment, the 7-foot-4 French phenom swung his elbow backward, connecting with the side of Reid’s neck.
Officials immediately reviewed the play and issued a flagrant 2 foul, resulting in Wembanyama’s removal from the game. As the decision was announced, he questioned a coach, “What does that mean?” before pointing to himself and asking, “I’m ejected?”
Game Context and Fan Reaction
Wembanyama then exited the court through the tunnel at Target Center in Minnesota, drawing loud cheers from the home Timberwolves crowd.
The Spurs entered the contest leading the series 2-1 but trailed on the scoreboard when their key player was sidelined.
