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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