Victor Wembanyama faces suspension risk in 2026 NBA Finals

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Last updated Jun 11, 2026

Victor Wembanyama faces suspension risk in 2026 NBA Finals
Summary

Victor Wembanyama was assessed a flagrant-1 foul for hitting Karl-Anthony Towns during Game 4 of the 2026 NBA Finals. The foul brings Wembanyama's total to three flagrant points in the playoffs, one shy of suspension. He previously received a flagrant-2 for a foul against Naz Reid in the second round. The NBA reviewed another hit on Jalen Brunson but did not classify it as a flagrant foul. Wembanyama must avoid further infractions to remain eligible for future games in the series.

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By the Numbers
  • Wembanyama's flagrant foul count is now at three.
  • He received a flagrant-1 foul for a hit on Towns.
  • Wembanyama's next flagrant foul will lead to a suspension.
  • The Spurs lead by 29 points when the foul was called.
  • He was previously assessed a flagrant-2 in the second round.
Latest Updates
  • 4:16 AMESPN NBAWemby one point from suspension after flagrant
  • 3:08 AMYahoo SportsVictor Wembanyama is 1 flagrant foul away from an NBA Finals suspension
  • 3:05 AMYahoo SportsWhy Victor Wembanyama is at risk of suspension in NBA Finals after latest flagrant foul
  • 2:48 AMYahoo SportsVictor Wembanyama could be suspended for an NBA Finals game soon
What they're saying
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Spurs star Victor Wembanyama moved one step closer to an automatic suspension after logging his second flagrant foul of the postseason Wednesday.

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Spurs star Victor Wembanyama will have to be careful after his latest flagrant foul.

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Wemby is one flagrant foul away from a suspension in the NBA Finals.

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