Spurs Coach Defends Wembanyama After Game 4 Ejection for Striking Reid
San Antonio Spurs coach Mitch Johnson defended Victor Wembanyama after the star's ejection in Game 4 of their NBA playoffs second-round series against the Minnesota Timberwolves on May 10, 2026. Wembanyama struck Timberwolves center Naz Reid in the face with his elbow during the second quarter, drawing a Flagrant 2 foul and marking his first career ejection. The Timberwolves won to tie the series at 2-2.
The incident unfolded after Wembanyama grabbed an offensive rebound and faced pressure from Reid and Jaden McDaniels, who sought to strip the ball. McDaniels pulled Wembanyama's left arm as the 7-foot-4 forward flailed his right arm, hitting Reid in the neck. Johnson expressed concern over the physicality Wembanyama endures, stating he was glad the player "took matters into his own hands" to protect himself amid constant aggression on every play.
Johnson described the physical play against Wembanyama as "disgusting," noting instances of him being pushed down in transition without complaint from the Spurs. He dismissed suspension concerns for Game 5, calling it "ridiculous" given the lack of intent.
The series shifts to Game 5 with the teams even. Johnson reiterated the Spurs' resolve to play through physical challenges without protest.
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