Home Wemby EJECTED for elbow to Naz Reid and he didn't know what flagrant 2 meant byUSA -May 11, 2026 0 🏀 NBA Playoffs · Western Conference Semifinals · Game 4Breaking NewsWemby Ejected for Elbow to Naz Reid's Jaw — and He Didn't Know What a Flagrant 2 MeantVictor Wembanyama was tossed in the second quarter of Game 4 after a swinging elbow connected with Naz Reid's throat — a career first for the 21-year-old superstar, who had to ask the refs what the call even meant.Ejected at8:39Left in Q2Series Score2–1Spurs leadCareer Ejections1stWembanyamaMINNEAPOLIS — San Antonio Spurs phenom Victor Wembanyama suffered his first career ejection on Sunday night in Game 4 of the Western Conference Semifinals, sending shockwaves through Target Center and igniting a debate about whether the league's most valuable young asset will face further discipline.The incident unfolded with 8:39 remaining in the second quarter. After grabbing a defensive rebound off a missed Spurs three-pointer, Wembanyama was swarmed by Minnesota Timberwolves forward Naz Reid and wing Jaden McDaniels. As bodies tangled, the 7-foot-4 center swung his elbow — connecting flush with Reid's jaw and neck area, sending the Timberwolves forward spinning hard to the floor.Flagrant Foul Penalty 2 — Automatic EjectionReferee Zach Zarba immediately whistled an offensive foul on the play. After a video review — as the Target Center crowd erupted in chants of "Kick him out! Kick him out!" — officials upgraded the call to a Flagrant Foul Penalty 2 for excessive contact above the neck. Under NBA rules, a Flagrant 2 triggers an automatic ejection, two free throws, and possession awarded to the fouled team."What does that mean?"— Victor Wembanyama, visibly confused after being informed of the Flagrant 2 rulingIn a moment that instantly went viral, cameras caught Wembanyama mouthing "What does that mean?" to the officials as they explained the call. The 21-year-old, who entered Sunday having never been ejected in his NBA career, appeared genuinely bewildered by the severity of the ruling before teammates guided him toward the locker room.Was it intentional? The replay debateAnalysts and fans were split on the intent behind the elbow. Replays suggested Wembanyama may have been reacting to contact from McDaniels, who had made contact with Wemby's face during the scrum. The swing appeared to connect with the wrong player — catching Reid instead of the defender who frustrated him.⚠️ Suspension RiskA Flagrant 2 does not automatically result in a Game 5 suspension, but the NBA can review dangerous plays and impose additional discipline. Contact to the throat and jaw area from a swinging elbow will draw heavy scrutiny from the league office. An automatic fine of at least $2,000 is already confirmed.Impact on the seriesThe ejection is massive for the Spurs, who entered Game 4 riding a 2–1 series lead after Wembanyama's dominant Game 3 showing — 39 points on 13-for-18 shooting. His absence alters the geometry of San Antonio's entire scheme: opponents pull up earlier in the paint, bigs rush shots, and weak-side cutters think twice with Wembanyama patrolling the floor.San Antonio still had De'Aaron Fox, Devin Vassell, and Stephon Castle to lean on, but Wembanyama's presence — even without scoring — is the defensive and psychological anchor of this Spurs team. Without him, Minnesota's frontcourt of Reid, Julius Randle, and McDaniels had a clear path to reassert itself.What is a Flagrant 2? (NBA rule explained)Wembanyama isn't alone in his confusion — many fans ask the same question. Under NBA officiating guidance, a Flagrant Foul Penalty 2 is defined as contact that is both unnecessary and excessive. Unlike a Flagrant 1 — which carries just free throws and possession — a Flagrant 2 mandates an immediate ejection. The league reviews such plays via instant replay and can impose suspensions after the fact.Victor WembanyamaNaz ReidSan Antonio SpursMinnesota TimberwolvesNBA Playoffs 2026 Facebook Twitter
