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Victor Wembanyama facing no further penalties for elbowing Naz Reid

San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama stands on the court before a game against the Golden State Warriors. Cary Edmondson -- IMAGN IMAGES

San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama will not be fined or suspended after being ejected for the first time in his career in Game 4 against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Sunday, per Shams Charania.

Wembanyama was ejected in the second quarter after being assessed a Flagrant II foul for hitting Timberwolves forward Naz Reid with a hard elbow to the neck while battling for a rebound.

With 8:39 left in the second quarter, it’s the earliest an All-Star has been ejected from an NBA playoff game since the play-by-play era began in 1997.

After the foul call, Wembanyama seemed confused on what that meant and did not initially appear aware that he had been thrown out.

In his absence, the Spurs stayed in control until Anthony Edwards erupted in the fourth quarter to help Minnesota tie the series with a win.

Wembanyama is now set to play in Game 5 after the NBA determined that his ejection was enough punishment for the foul.

James Parker is a sports writer for Ball Exclusives, follow him on X @TheJames_Parker

About the Author Published May 11, 2026

JAMES PARKER

James Parker is a sports reporter and writer for Ball Exclusives. With a bachelor's degree earned at the age of 19, he’s spent years working as a sports journalist, including an award-winning stint at The Appalachian. He has never used AI for his work in any way, shape or form.

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