San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama received his first career ejection during Game 4 of the Western Conference semifinals against the Minnesota Timberwolves. The incident occurred in the second quarter when Wembanyama threw an elbow at Timberwolves forward Naz Reid, resulting in an automatic ejection.

Incident Details

Wembanyama was called for an offensive foul after striking Reid, who was defending alongside teammate Jaden McDaniels. The play happened after Wembanyama rebounded a missed 3-pointer by the Spurs. A video review confirmed the foul was a flagrant 2 due to excessive contact above the neck, which led to Wembanyama's ejection.

Reaction and Aftermath

As the ruling was announced, Wembanyama appeared to ask teammate Harrison Barnes about the meaning of a flagrant 2. He then greeted his teammates on his way off the floor, with the arena playing Michael Jackson's "Beat It!" Reid made both free throws, giving the Timberwolves a 38-34 lead.

Wembanyama's Performance

Before his ejection, Wembanyama had four points, four rebounds, and three fouls in 13 minutes of play.