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Magic Johnson Calls Out Spurs Coach for Victor Wembanyama NBA Finals Issue

Magic Johnson Calls Out Spurs Coach for Victor Wembanyama NBA Finals Issue

Summary

Magic Johnson criticized San Antonio Spurs coach Mitch Johnson for not resting star player Victor Wembanyama during a key moment in Game 4 of the NBA Finals, which the Spurs lost 107-106 to the New York Knicks. He said Wembanyama was tired late in the game and that benching him for a few minutes could have helped the team finish stronger.

Key Facts

  • The Spurs lost Game 4 of the NBA Finals to the Knicks by one point (107-106).
  • Magic Johnson said the Spurs did not play badly overall but failed to execute well in the fourth quarter.
  • Johnson criticized Spurs coach Mitch Johnson for not benching Victor Wembanyama near the end of the third quarter when the Spurs were up by 20 points.
  • Magic said Wembanyama should have rested for three or four minutes to regain energy.
  • Wembanyama showed signs of tiredness late in the game and was less effective in the final moments.
  • Other key players made mistakes in the final plays, such as De’Aaron Fox’s rushed layup and Stephon Castle missing a last shot attempt.
  • Magic expects the Spurs to recover and win Game 5 at home.
  • Game 5 will be played on Saturday at 8:30 p.m. ET on ABC and ESPN.
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