Draymond Green questions Victor Wembanyama's leniency during Finals
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 3:04 PM
Last updated Jun 13, 2026
Draymond Green expressed concerns regarding the leniency shown to Victor Wembanyama by the NBA amid the 2026 NBA Finals. The San Antonio Spurs currently trail the New York Knicks 3-1 in the series. Wembanyama has faced scrutiny for multiple incidents, including a recent ejection and a Flagrant 1 foul. Green believes the Spurs cannot afford a potential suspension of Wembanyama as they attempt to claw back in the series. The tension surrounding Wembanyama's conduct might prompt the league to act should he continue to engage in physical play.
- •Spurs trail Knicks 3-1 in the NBA Finals.
- •Wembanyama faces scrutiny over multiple playoff incidents.
- •Green notes Wembanyama has received unusual leniency from the NBA.
- •A suspension could significantly hinder the Spurs' championship hopes.
- •NBA may need to respond if Wembanyama continues to test limits.
- 3:04 PMYahoo Sports — ‘Victor Wembanyama should be suspended at some point,’ says Draymond Green amid 2026 NBA Finals
"Draymond Green believes Victor Wembanyama has been given unusual room by the NBA during a physical and controversial playoff run. The San Antonio Spurs trail the New York Knicks 3-1 in the NBA Finals, and the last thing they can afford is losing Wembanyama for even one game.
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