What's happened
Timberwolves' Anthony Edwards leads Minnesota to a 114-109 win in Game 4 after a Flagrant 2 foul on Victor Wembanyama, who is ejected for the first time in his career. The series shifts to San Antonio with the series tied 2-2. Wembanyama scores 4 points in 12 minutes; Edwards drops 36.
What's behind the headline?
Key takeaways
- Wembanyama’s ejection is a turning point: it leaves San Antonio shorthanded for the remainder of Game 4 and alters the tactical flow.
- Minnesota’s balanced attack, led by Anthony Edwards, demonstrates how other players step up when the rookie is sidelined.
- The series now heads to San Antonio with momentum split, increasing stakes for Game 5.
Forecast: The Spurs will adjust rotation and rely on Edwards’ path to staying aggressive, while Minnesota seeks to sustain perimeter pressure and limit Wembanyama’s impact when he returns.
How we got here
In a pivotal clash at Target Center, Wembanyama's night ends early after a high-profile elbow on Naz Reid leads to an ejection. Minnesota answers with a strong performance to even the series, while Spurs coach Mitch Johnson emphasizes the need for protection and composure in upcoming games.
Our analysis
New York Post reports on the on-court incident and the ejection; Associated Press recap details Edwards and Wolves performance; Al Jazeera context covers Game 1 dynamics and Edwards’ return.
Go deeper
- Will Wembanyama face further discipline after the ejection?
- How will San Antonio adjust its lineup without the rookie for Game 5?
- Can Minnesota keep Edwards’ hot streak going on the road?
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