San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama will be eligible to play in Wednesday’s NBA playoff game after the league declined to impose additional penalties for an in-game incident. The 22-year-old French player was ejected Monday during the Spurs’ loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves for elbowing Timberwolves forward Naz Reid in the face. The Timberwolves’ victory tied the series 2-2.
Following the game, the NBA reviewed the flagrant two-level foul called on Wembanyama but ultimately decided not to hand down any further discipline. This marked the first career ejection for Wembanyama, who appeared uncertain about the implications of the flagrant foul at the time and reportedly sought clarification from teammate Harrison Barnes.
Meanwhile, LeBron James faces uncertainty about his NBA future after the Los Angeles Lakers were swept in the Western Conference semifinals by the Oklahoma City Thunder on Tuesday. Despite a strong individual effort—scoring 24 points and grabbing 12 rebounds—the 41-year-old four-time NBA champion could not prevent the Lakers from losing the series 4-0 in a 115-110 defeat.
James’ current contract with the Lakers has expired, placing him in free agency as the offseason approaches. Reports have been mixed regarding his plans: some suggest he may re-sign with the Lakers for a potential 24th season, while others indicate retirement or a move to a different team remains possible. James told reporters he intends to reflect on his options with his family before making a decision.
In the Eastern Conference semifinals, the Cleveland Cavaliers leveled their series against the Detroit Pistons with a 112-103 win. Donovan Mitchell was the standout performer, delivering a record-tying 39 points in the second half to power Cleveland’s comeback victory.
