Victor Wembanyama on the basketball court ready for Game 5
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Victor Wembanyama to play game 5 after avoiding further discipline

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The NBA has ruled that San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama will face no additional punishment after his ejection during Game 4 against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Wembanyama will be available for the decisive Game 5 on Tuesday at the Frost Bank Center.

Wembanyama was ejected early in the second quarter of Sunday's contest after delivering an elbow to Naz Reid's chin while battling for a rebound. Officials reviewed the play and assessed a Flagrant 2 foul, which automatically ended the 7-foot-4 forward's night. The Timberwolves capitalized on his absence to secure a 114-109 victory, evening the second-round series at two games apiece.

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Initial reactions on X include factual reports confirming Wembanyama's availability for Game 5 without further discipline. Some users highlight Draymond Green's suggestion for Timberwolves retaliation tactics. Others note benefits to Spurs momentum and fan optimism.

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