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Timberwolves Coach: 'At Least Four' of Victor Wembanyama's 12 Blocks Were Goaltending

Several of Wembanyama’s 12 blocks were disputed on replay, and Chris Finch said the Timberwolves had points they wanted back.

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Despite Wembanyama's big night, the Wolves pulled out a Game 1 upset victory over the Spurs on the road

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Swat attack: Wolves questioning Wemby's blocks

Wolves coach Chris Finch said of Victor Wembanyama's 12 blocks in Game 1, "at least four were goaltending."

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Timberwolves coach: 'At least four' of Victor Wembanyama's 12 blocks were goaltending

Despite Wembanyama's big night, the Wolves pulled out a Game 1 upset victory over the Spurs on the road

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Did Refs Gift Wemby a Record? Finch Calls Out Ignored Goaltending Violations

Wembayama finished with 12 blocks on Monday night, but a handful appeared to be goaltending or fouls.

·New York, United States
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The NBA's playoff blocks record has added confusion because of Wilt Chamberlain, Bill Russell

This puts Victor Wembanyama in a tough spot.

·North Carolina, United States
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‘Uncalled Goaltendings’ — Controversy Mounts as Chris Finch, NBA World Question Validity of Victor Wembanyama’s Historic 12 Blocks

Victor Wembanyama's historic playoff record faces scrutiny after Chris Finch, NBA World alleges uncalled goaltendings during Game 1.

·Bristol, United States
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Wembanyama Breaks Record Locks in NBA Playoffs - 05/05/2026

The franc s Victor Wembanyama set a new record of blockages in NBA playoff games on Monday (4), with 12 blocks in the defeat of San Antonio Spurs for 104 to 102 for Minnesota Timberwolves. Read more (05/05/2026

·São Paulo, Brazil
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