Wemby ejected as Spurs lose to Timberwolves in Game 4

SAN ANTONIO — The San Antonio Spurs have a chance to go up 3-1 in their second-round series against the Minnesota Timberwolves, all after narrowly losing Game 1 in dramatic fashion.

Victor Wembanyama turned in his best playoff game to date in Game 3, putting up 39 points, 15 rebounds and five blocks, becoming only the fourth player in playoff history to put up those stats.

The other three to put those up? Shaquille O’Neal, Hakeem Olajuwon and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, arguably the best three centers in NBA history.

Did I mention Wemby is 22 years old?

Despite being down 2-1, it’s important to never count out the Timberwolves. This team has made the Western Conference Finals two years in a row for a reason. 

As evident by earlier in the playoffs, they play their best basketball when their backs are against the wall.

The eliminated the Denver Nuggets in Game 6 of the first round down Anthony Edwards, Ayo Dosunmu and Donte DiVincenzo. So, this is a team that thrives under pressure.

Let’s see what kind of game we get in Minneapolis for Game 4.

Read on for live updates from the game.

The Spurs were not able to overcome Wemby’s absence in Game 4, losing 114-109.

Both De’Aaron Fox and Dylan Harper off the bench had 24 points. Stephon Castle added 20 points.

For the Timberwolves, Anthony Edwards had a stellar game scoring 36 points. Naz Reid (15), Jaden McDaniels (14), and Julius Randle (12) rounded out the top scorers for Minnesota.

Ayo Dosunmu caught a risky inbound pass, getting fouled in the process. He was able to hit two free throws, putting the Timberwolves up five. San Antonio calls timeout.

Dylan Harper hit two free throws to put the Spurs down five. Then Harper was able to steal the ball, getting it to Julian Champagnie who drew a foul, hitting two free throws making the score 112-109.

Naz Reid rebounded an Ayo Dosunmu miss, putting the ball back in for the 112-105 lead.

A huge steal from Dylan Harper lead to free throws, trimming the lead to four. An and-one from Ayo Dosunmu put the Wolves up seven.

Minnesota has stormed back, taking the lead late in the fourth quarter thanks to great plays from Anthony Edwards (36 points) and Julius Randle.

Devin Vassell swished a jump shot to give San Antonio their biggest lead of the game so far. By this point, Minnesota has shot just 4-of-17 from the floor; the Silver & Black are capitalizing without their Defensive Player of the Year. 

An 8-4 run has the Spurs even with the Wolves as the third quarter gets underway. 

With Wembanyama out, San Antonio has a tall order, although the team went 12-6 in the regular season when he sat out. 

Stephon Castle continues his hot start leading the way with 14 points for the Spurs. De’Aaron Fox has also asserted himself with 11 points.

Dylan Harper off the bench has also been big with 11 points.

For Minnesota, Anthony Edwards now has 18 points on 6-10 shooting.

Without Wemby, Luke Kornet has stepped up in his place at the center position.

The Wolves have upped their lead to seven thanks to Anthony Edwards’ 11 points.

Off the bench, rookie Dylan Harper is leading the way for the Spurs with 11 points.

After being assessed a flagrant 1 foul, Victor Wembanyama has been ejected from the game. Wembanyama elbowed Wolves’ center Naz Reid in the face.

He finished with four points and four rebounds.

Both teams are hot after the first quarter,

Unlike Game 3, both teams started making baskets, as the Spurs lead the Wolves 16-12 going into the first timeout.

Stephon Castle is leading the way with seven points on 3-3 shooting from the field, including one three-pointer.

The Spurs lineup has been set.

While the game is in Minnesota, Spurs fans in the Alamo City packed the Rock at La Cantera to watch their team play.

Meanwhile, Victor Wembanyama is ready for the game following his masterful performance in Game 3.