Timberwolves Tied Series with Spurs After 114-109 Game 4 Victory

The Minnesota Timberwolves defeated the San Antonio Spurs 114-109 in Game 4 on May 10, 2026, leveling the series at 2-2.

Victor Wembanyama’s impact for the Spurs was cut short when he was disqualified for a Flagrant 2 foul in the second quarter.

Wembanyama slammed his right elbow into Naz Reid’s neck, leaving the game after just 12:29 of play.

At the time of his ejection, the Spurs held a narrow lead of 36-34, but they were outscored 80-73 for the remainder of the game.

Wembanyama’s early exit marked one of the shortest postseason performances by a player of his stature.

Notable comparisons include Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, who played only 10 minutes in his final playoff season, and LeBron James, who logged 24 minutes in a 2014 game.

The 7-foot-4 center, recognized as the Kia NBA Defensive Player of the Year, faced criticism for his brief appearance.

His absence was felt as the Spurs struggled to regain control after his exit.

The Timberwolves capitalized on Wembanyama’s lack of presence to seize momentum and even the series.

Game 5 is set to be crucial for San Antonio, as they look to bounce back and regain the advantage in the series.