Victor Wembanyama egg incident as Knicks fans jeer outside New York hotel after Game 4

Victor Wembanyama was met by jeering Knicks fans outside a New York City hotel after the San Antonio Spurs’ Game 4 defeat. Online video appears to show an egg thrown in his direction as security escorted him inside. The Spurs did not confirm whether he was struck. The incident followed a late-game collapse and missed free throws.

Victor Wembanyama faced more trouble on Wednesday night after San Antonio’s Game 4 loss. As Victor Wembanyama arrived at a hotel near Madison Square Garden, some New York Knicks fans jeered. A video posted online showed an egg thrown towards Victor Wembanyama. The egg hit a street sign and broke.

The footage showed crowds gathering outside the hotel, located a few blocks south of the arena. Victor Wembanyama walked in with security nearby. Moments after the egg cracked, Victor Wembanyama turned and challenged someone close to the entrance. Victor Wembanyama then went inside, while fans continued to shout.

Victor Wembanyama egg incident and video details

It was unclear who threw the egg in the video. The Spurs did not immediately respond to a request about the incident. It was also not confirmed if the object struck Victor Wembanyama. An NYPD spokesperson said police had nothing on file about the egg incident. The video showed fans pressing close to the hotel doorway.

Victor Wembanyama Game 4 loss and Spurs collapse

The hotel confrontation came after a major Spurs collapse in Game 4. San Antonio led by 29 points before losing to the Knicks. The defeat left the Spurs close to elimination. Victor Wembanyama missed two important free throws late in the game. The loss added to an already difficult night for the Spurs.

Victor Wembanyama and NYPD response after Knicks win

Across New York City, the Knicks win sparked street celebrations and disorder. Fans filled roads, lit fireworks, and climbed lampposts, authorities said. Some incidents also led to clashes with police. The New York Police Department said 56 people were arrested. Charges ranged from assault to disorderly conduct, according to police.

"Once again, there were large crowds of people who engaged in incredibly reckless and dangerous behavior last night both during and after the game,\" the police department said in a statement. The scenes of celebration continued as fans stayed outside major areas near the arena and nearby streets.

The online video added another flashpoint after the Game 4 result. Questions remained about who threw the egg and whether anyone was hit. Police did not record a related complaint, an NYPD spokesperson said. The Spurs were left dealing with the loss and the tense hotel arrival for Victor Wembanyama.

With inputs from PTI