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Victor Wembanyama involved in foul controversy during NBA Finals game

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Last updated Jun 14, 2026

Victor Wembanyama involved in foul controversy during NBA Finals game
Summary

In Game 5 of the NBA Finals on June 13, Victor Wembanyama faced scrutiny for a non-call foul against Jalen Brunson. Wembanyama contested Brunson's three-point shot but allegedly impeded Brunson's landing, resulting in Brunson landing on Wembanyama's foot. Despite Brunson's objections, referees did not issue a foul. Wembanyama, with three flagrant points already, risks a suspension if another foul is retroactively deemed flagrant. The game remains in progress, with the Spurs leading 70-58 late in the third quarter.

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  • •Wembanyama jumps to contest Brunson's shot.
  • •Brunson lands on Wembanyama's foot, leading to controversy.
  • •Referees do not call a foul; Brunson argues the decision.
  • •Wembanyama risks a suspension with any flagrant foul upgrade.
  • •Spurs lead the game 70-58 with 1:26 remaining in the third quarter.
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  • 2:40 AMYahoo Sports — Should Victor Wembanyama have been called for flagrant foul on Jalen Brunson?
What they're saying
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Victor Wembanyama may have got away with one as the refs failed to call a foul when Jalen Brunson landed on Wembanyama's foot.

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