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Wembanyama ejected for elbowing Naz Reid Flagrant 2 upgraded after officials review
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Published on 11 May 2026
Officials upgraded it to Flagrant 2 after review
Victor Wembanyama was ejected for the first time in his NBA career after an elbow to Naz Reid’s chin in a Spurs–Wolves playoff game. Officials reviewed the incident and upgraded the foul to a Flagrant 2 for excessive, unnecessary contact above the neck, triggering automatic ejection. The clash happened in the second quarter with Minnesota barely ahead.
- Wembanyama was ejected for the first time in his NBA career
- An elbow to Naz Reid’s chin led to the initial foul call
- Replay review upgraded it to Flagrant 2 for contact above the neck
- Ejection came in the second quarter with a slim Minnesota lead
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