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Knicks fans target Victor Wembanyama with jeers, thrown egg after Game 4

Knicks fans target Victor Wembanyama with jeers, thrown egg after Game 4

Summary

After the San Antonio Spurs lost Game 4 of the NBA Finals to the New York Knicks, Spurs star Victor Wembanyama was booed and almost hit by a flying egg as he returned to his New York hotel. The Knicks’ win led to large, chaotic celebrations in the city, and police arrested 56 people for various offenses.

Key Facts

  • Victor Wembanyama was jeered and nearly struck by an egg from Knicks fans near his hotel after Game 4.
  • The incident happened following the Spurs’ loss, where they blew a 29-point lead.
  • Wembanyama missed two crucial free throws in the game's last minutes.
  • Knicks fans celebrated wildly in New York City, with some setting off fireworks and clashing with police.
  • Police arrested 56 people for crimes including assault and disorderly conduct.
  • The New York police had no official report about the egg incident.
  • Earlier, Knicks fans were reported to have attacked Spurs fans, including ripping jerseys after Game 3.
  • Both teams’ players called for respect and condemned violence between fans during the Finals.
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