Will Victor Wembanyama be suspended after Flagrant Foul 2?

Victor Wembanyama was ejected from Game 4 of the San Antonio Spurs’ Western Conference semifinal series against the Minnesota Timberwolves on May 10 after committing a Flagrant Foul 2. The 21-year-old center threw an elbow into Naz Reid’s face during a rebound battle in the second quarter, marking his first ejection in three NBA seasons. The foul was ruled unnecessary and excessive, resulting in two free throws for Reid and Wembanyama’s immediate removal from the game." "The NBA does not have a standardized suspension policy for elbow-related fouls, though past penalties have varied. In 2013, J.R. Smith received a one-game suspension for elbowing Jason Terry, while Hassan Whiteside faced the same penalty in 2016 for a similar offense. Kobe Bryant, however, was suspended for two games in 2005 after elbowing Mike Miller, a decision potentially influenced by his postgame comments denying wrongdoing." "Wembanyama, the Defensive Player of the Year, has been a series standout, recording 12 blocks in Game 1—a mark that may not have been fully verified. The Timberwolves lead the series 2-1, and Game 5 is scheduled for May 12 in San Antonio. The NBA will review the incident to determine if further disciplinary action is warranted, though no official timeline for a decision has been provided." "The Spurs’ next game will be critical, as Wembanyama’s availability could impact their playoff push. League officials will weigh the severity of the foul against historical precedents, leaving fans and analysts speculating on whether he will miss additional games. The outcome could set a new benchmark for penalties involving elbows in NBA play.