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Wembanyama Ejected, $2K Fine, Series Tied 2-2

5/13/2026

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Wembanyama Ejected

Victor Wembanyama was ejected after a flagrant-2 elbow on Naz Reid in Game 4 of the 2026 NBA playoffs in Minneapolis.
The NBA levied only the $2,000 automatic fine, gave no suspension, and the Spurs loss tied the series 2-2.
Draymond Green said the lack of suspension was surprising and called it ‘fair game.’
Spurs coach Mitch Johnson defended Wembanyama and noted Jaden McDaniels and Nikola Jokic had been fined for lesser infractions.

Summary

Green Suspended

Draymond Green was suspended in December 2023 for striking Jusuf Nurkic in the face.
Draymond Green ranks second all-time in NBA history for career ejections.
Draymond Green aired criticism of the league’s disciplinary handling on his podcast.
Victor Wembanyama was ejected after an elbow on May 10, 2026, in Game 4 of the second-round playoffs in Minneapolis.

Summary

Wembanyama Battles

Victor Wembanyama said he will “fight for this to death,” declaring his dreams non-negotiable.
Victor Wembanyama told NBC Sports on March 8, 2026 he was “pissed” this season and will play more physically.
Spurs head coach Mitch Johnson defended Victor Wembanyama after his ejection, noting he often returns with cuts yet his stand against the Wolves’ physicality was justified.

Summary

Edwards Leads Win

Anthony Edwards scored a postseason-high 36 points on 13-of-22 shooting after Victor Wembanyama was ejected, leading Minnesota to a 114-109 win that tied the series 2-2.
The NBA announced no further discipline for Victor Wembanyama, clearing him to start Game 5.
Minnesota’s coaches said the team must adjust defensively for a full-strength Spurs roster in Game 5.

History

Historical Context

After the 2004 ‘Malice at the Palace’—a brawl between the Indiana Pacers and Detroit Pistons that prompted the NBA to suspend nine players for a combined 146 games, including Ron Artest’s 86-game ban—the league has faced ongoing criticism over inconsistent discipline. Recent NBA incidents have revived calls for clearer penalties.

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Wembanyama Ejected

Victor Wembanyama was ejected after a flagrant-2 elbow on Naz Reid in Game 4 of the 2026 NBA playoffs in Minneapolis.
The NBA levied only the $2,000 automatic fine, gave no suspension, and the Spurs loss tied the series 2-2.
Draymond Green said the lack of suspension was surprising and called it ‘fair game.’
Spurs coach Mitch Johnson defended Wembanyama and noted Jaden McDaniels and Nikola Jokic had been fined for lesser infractions.

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