Tuesday, May 12, 2026-NBA veteran Draymond Green has sparked fresh controversy after publicly urging the Minnesota Timberwolves to “get their get back” following a physical incident involving Victor Wembanyama in Game 4 of their playoff series against Minnesota.
The incident, which saw Wembanyama ejected for a Flagrant 2 foul after an elbow to Naz Reid, ended without further punishment from the league, a decision that immediately divided opinion across the basketball world.
Green, known for his outspoken and often polarizing commentary, argued that Minnesota should respond physically in the next game, suggesting that failure to do so would allow Wembanyama to “set the tone” for the series.
His remarks quickly went viral, with analysts and fans debating whether his comments reflect competitive playoff intensity or cross into dangerous encouragement of retaliation. Reports indicate he specifically questioned why no suspension or fine followed the incident, framing the league’s decision as inconsistent.
The NBA has already confirmed that Wembanyama will not face additional discipline and remains eligible for the next game, keeping the series momentum intact as tensions rise.
While some former players defended the physical nature of playoff basketball, others criticized the call for retaliation, warning it could escalate into unnecessary confrontations. With emotions running high and the series tied, attention now shifts to whether on-court action will mirror the off-court controversy Green has amplified.
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