Victor Wembanyama Cleared to Play in Game 5 After Elbow Incident
Sources: Wemby avoids suspension, will play G5
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San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama will play in Game 5 against the Minnesota Timberwolves after avoiding suspension for elbowing Naz Reid. Wembanyama was ejected in Game 4 for a flagrant foul, marking the earliest ejection of an All-Star in playoff history.
- 01Victor Wembanyama will play in Game 5 against the Minnesota Timberwolves.
- 02He was ejected in Game 4 for a flagrant foul after elbowing Naz Reid.
- 03This ejection marks the earliest for an All-Star in playoff history.
- 04The series is currently tied 2-2 after Minnesota's win in Game 4.
- 05Teams have historically struggled after an All-Star is ejected early in a playoff game.
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San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama will participate in Game 5 of the Western Conference semifinals against the Minnesota Timberwolves, as he will not face further punishment for his actions in Game 4. During that game, Wembanyama was ejected for a flagrant foul after elbowing Timberwolves player Naz Reid, who was defending him. The incident occurred when Wembanyama rebounded a missed shot, and the contact was deemed excessive, resulting in his ejection with 8:39 remaining in the second quarter. This ejection is notable as it is the earliest an All-Star has been thrown out of a playoff game since the 1997-98 season. Following the Game 4 loss, the series stands tied at 2-2, with Minnesota winning 114-109. Historically, teams have struggled after an All-Star is ejected early, holding a record of 1-8 in such situations.
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Wembanyama's presence in Game 5 is crucial for the Spurs as they aim to regain the series lead.
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