Full Breakdown
Timberwolves Tie Series After Victor Wembanyama Ejection in Game 4
5/11/2026, 6:11:55 AM
Game 4 Overview
On Sunday at Minneapolis’ Target Center, Timberwolves beat Spurs 114-109 in Game 4 of the second-round playoffs, tying the series 2-2. The turning point was a Flagrant-2 foul by Victor Wembanyama on Naz Reid early in the second quarter, which led to Wembanyama’s ejection.
Series Background
The Spurs entered the series with Victor Wembanyama. Minnesota’s core—Anthony Edwards, Naz Reid and Rudy Gobert—relied on perimeter scoring and interior rebounding to stay competitive.
Key Performers
Edwards led Minnesota with 36 points, 16 of them in the fourth quarter. Reid contributed 15 points and nine rebounds despite the elbow that triggered the ejection. Gobert added 11 points and 13 rebounds. For San Antonio, Dylan Harper and De’Aaron Fox each scored 24, while Stephon Castle added 20.
Game Flow
After Wembanyama’s ejection, Minnesota closed the gap with a 27-footer from Edwards, cutting the deficit to 94-91. Edwards’ three-pointer with 5:12 left gave the Wolves a 98-97 lead, their first since mid-third quarter. Gobert’s three-point play (3:02) and dunk (1:56) extended the lead, and Reid’s follow-up shot with 40 seconds left sealed the win.
Numbers at a Glance
The final score was 114-109 in favor of Minnesota. Edwards led with 36 points, 16 in the fourth quarter. Reid added 15 points and nine rebounds; Gobert contributed 11 points and 13 rebounds. For San Antonio, Harper and Fox each tallied 24 points, and Stephon Castle scored 20.
Implications for the Series
Wembanyama’s eligibility will be decided by the league before Game 5, leaving San Antonio without him in the paint. The series is now tied, and Minnesota must maintain its late-quarter execution while the Spurs must adjust to a reduced interior presence.
Official Reactions
Gobert stressed the team’s collective resilience, saying the group keeps fighting regardless of circumstances. Edwards noted opponents gain confidence when a star is absent. Reid framed the pain from the elbow as a sign of weakness, while Harper said he tried to fulfill his role despite the loss.
Verbatim Quotes
- “Pain is weakness in the body,” — Naz Reid, Forward, Minnesota Timberwolves
- “When every team is missing their best player, everybody plays free. They get more shots, more confident,” — Anthony Edwards, Guard, Minnesota Timberwolves
- “We have a resilient group of guys. No matter the circumstances, we are going to keep fighting and give everything we have and keep trusting one another,” — Rudy Gobert, Center, Minnesota Timberwolves
- “Just trying to be what the team needed me to be,” — Dylan Harper, Guard, San Antonio Spurs
Next Steps
Game 5 is set for Tuesday in San Antonio. The league will announce Wembanyama’s eligibility after reviewing the flagrant-2 incident, a decision that could determine the series trajectory.
