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Wembanyama Meets Popovich After Ejection, Series Tied 2-2

5/13/2026

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Wembanyama Meets Popovich

Victor Wembanyama met former coach Gregg Popovich San Antonio airport after his ejection for strike on Naz Reid that led to a 114-109 Spurs loss in Game 4.
Popovich, who stepped down after a November 2024 stroke, serves as special advisor and President of Basketball Operations, guiding film and physical play.
Wembanyama posts 19.6 points, 10.5 rebounds, 2.1 assists and 4.4 blocks on 53.4% shooting as series tied 2-2 heading into Game 5.

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NBA Disciplinary Decision

NBA disciplinary office ruled the flagrant-2 ejection sufficient and imposed no fine or suspension for Game 5.
Timberwolves guard Mike Conley Jr. said the ruling was expected and the team wants a full roster.
Spurs players Dylan Harper and De’Aaron Fox are questionable for Game 5 due to left-knee and right-ankle soreness, respectively.
Spurs shootaround included President Gregg Popovich, legend Manu Ginobili and former assistant Brett Brown.

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Wembanyama Meets Popovich

Victor Wembanyama met former coach Gregg Popovich San Antonio airport after his ejection for strike on Naz Reid that led to a 114-109 Spurs loss in Game 4.
Popovich, who stepped down after a November 2024 stroke, serves as special advisor and President of Basketball Operations, guiding film and physical play.
Wembanyama posts 19.6 points, 10.5 rebounds, 2.1 assists and 4.4 blocks on 53.4% shooting as series tied 2-2 heading into Game 5.

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