Spurs Coach Backing Wembanyama’s Self-Protection Amid Officiating Critique
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Spurs star Victor Wembanyama was ejected after an elbow to Naz Reid in the second quarter of Game 4 against Minnesota, with coach Mitch Johnson praising Wembanyama for protecting himself and criticizing officials for not more strictly policing physical play. Johnson distance himself from any suspension idea, calling it ridiculous, and the loss (114–109) puts the series back to San Antonio for Game 5 as Anthony Edwards dominated late.
- ‘I’m Glad’: Spurs Coach Mitch Johnson Praises Victor Wembanyama for Protecting Himself, Lashes Out at Officials Sports Illustrated
- Victor Wembanyama avoids suspension for Naz Reid elbow, will play Game 5 ESPN
- NBA Makes Victor Wembanyama Decision After Game 4 Ejection Yahoo Sports
- Victor Wembanyama won’t be suspended for Spurs-Timberwolves Game 5: Source The New York Times
- Wembanyama gets ejected early in Spurs-Wolves Game 4 for elbowing Reid and drawing a Flagrant 2 foul AP News
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