Victor Wembanyama under NBA review after foul on Jalen Brunson in 2026 Finals

In Game 3 of the 2026 NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden, San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama struck New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson in the neck during a screening play. The NBA announced it will review the first‑quarter foul to determine whether a retroactive flagrant foul should be assessed. If upgraded, the penalty would add a flagrant foul point to Wembanyama’s postseason tally, bringing him closer to the three‑point threshold that triggers an automatic suspension.

Wembanyama previously received a flagrant foul in the earlier playoffs for an elbow to Naz Reid’s neck, and the current review could affect his availability for the decisive Game 5. The Spurs trail the series 2‑1 and are seeking to avoid losing a key player as they attempt a comeback after a recent Game 4 loss. Knicks coach Mike Brown highlighted a free‑throw disparity that helped New York maintain the lead.