Victor Wembanyama skips media availability following Spurs’ Game 5 loss to Thunder
Victor Wembanyama did not participate in media availability after the Spurs' loss to the Thunder in Game 5 of the Western Conference finals. This was the first time he skipped postgame interviews during the postseason. Wembanyama struggled in the game, finishing with 20 points and six rebounds on poor shooting.
- ▪Victor Wembanyama declined to speak with reporters following the Spurs' 127-114 loss to the OKC Thunder.
- ▪This was the first time this postseason that Wembanyama skipped postgame media availability after playing.
- ▪He finished the game with 20 points and six rebounds, shooting 4-of-15 from the field.
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| Publication time | Wed, 27 May 2026 10:30:52 +0000 |
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