Victor Wembanyama Faces Hostile Fans and Egg Incident After Spurs' Crushing Loss
San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama encountered a hostile atmosphere after his team's Game 4 loss to the New York Knicks on Wednesday. As he left the court, Wembanyama was met with jeers and even had a near-miss with a flying egg outside his hotel. A video shared online captured the moment the egg was thrown as Wembanyama entered his accommodation, accompanied by security. This incident unfolded amidst a crowd of taunting fans gathered outside the hotel, just blocks from Madison Square Garden. The egg struck a street sign instead of Wembanyama. He briefly confronted the individual responsible before heading inside. The identity of the egg-thrower remains unknown. This confrontation followed a historic collapse by the Spurs, who now find themselves on the edge of elimination after blowing a 29-point lead against the Knicks. Wembanyama missed two critical free throws in the game's closing minutes, contributing to the team's downfall. The Knicks' victory sparked celebrations throughout New York City, with fans flooding the streets, igniting fireworks, climbing lampposts, and occasionally clashing with police. The New York Police Department reported that 56 people were arrested for various charges, including assault and disorderly conduct. In a statement, the police department condemned the reckless and dangerous behavior exhibited by large crowds both during and after the game. An NYPD spokesperson confirmed they had no records regarding the egg incident.
Source: The Independent Sport - 2026-06-11