NBA fines Spurs” Victor Wembanyama $25K for tossing ball into stands
Published April 1, 2024 2:10am San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama (1) drives to the basket during the first half against the New York Knicks at Frost Bank Center, an Antonio, Texas, March 29, 2024. Scott Wachter-USA TODAY Sports Rookie Victor Wembanyama’s celebratory toss of the basketball into the stands following a San Antonio Spurs […]
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Rookie Victor Wembanyama’s celebratory toss of the basketball into the stands following a San Antonio Spurs overtime victory earned him a $25,000 fine from the NBA, the league announced on Sunday.
Wembanyama had caught and cradled a pass as time expired in the Spurs’ 130-126 win over the visiting New York Knicks, then heaved the ball to spectators on Friday. The league typically assesses an automatic fine for throwing or kicking a ball into the stands.
The forward-center had scored a career-high 40 points along with 20 rebounds and seven assists for San Antonio (18-56). His first 40-20 game was his 39th double-double in 65 games.
The No. 1 pick of the 2023 NBA Draft, Wembanyama, 20, is averaging 21.0 points, 10.5 rebounds, 3.6 assists, 3.4 blocks and 1.2 steals while starting 65 games. — Field Level Media/Reuters
