Wembanyama Available for Spurs in Crucial Game 5

Courtesy of San Antonio Spurs

SAN ANTONIO, Texas (TXAN 24) — Victor Wembanyama will not be suspended following his Flagrant 2 ejection in Game 4 and is expected to suit up for the San Antonio Spurs in Game 5 against the Minnesota Timberwolves.

The NBA reviewed the second-quarter incident involving Wembanyama and Timberwolves forward Naz Reid but decided no additional discipline was necessary beyond the automatic ejection assessed during Sunday’s game.

The play occurred while both players battled for position under the basket, with officials ruling Wembanyama made excessive contact. The ejection marked the first of the Spurs star’s NBA career and immediately fueled discussion about whether the league would issue a suspension ahead of the pivotal postseason matchup.

Before leaving the floor, Wembanyama recorded four points, four rebounds, and two blocks in limited action. Minnesota went on to secure a 114-109 victory, evening the playoff series at two games apiece.

The 21-year-old has been one of the league’s most dominant postseason performers, anchoring San Antonio defensively while continuing to deliver highlight performances throughout the playoffs.

Game 5 between the Spurs and Timberwolves is set for Tuesday night in San Antonio, with the winner gaining a critical advantage in the Western Conference semifinal series.