What Happened to Jeremy Sochan? Victor Wembanyama and Spurs' Intuit Dome Assault Hits Break After 21YO's Injury
Spurs Injury Report: Sochan Out, Wembanyama Doubtful After Intuit Dome Brawl
The highly anticipated game between the San Antonio Spurs and Victor Wembanyama's Boulogne-Levallois Metropolitans 92 was abruptly halted on Tuesday night after a physical altercation broke out on the court.
The incident occurred in the second quarter when Spurs forward Jeremy Sochan and Metropolitans center Victor Wembanyama collided near the basket.
Sochan Suffers Facial Injury
Sochan was inadvertently poked in the eye by Wembanyama's elbow, resulting in a laceration and significant swelling.
The 21-year-old was immediately taken to the locker room for treatment and did not return to the game.
Wembanyama's Status Uncertain
Wembanyama, the 7'3" French phenom, appeared to be shaken up after the collision but remained in the game briefly.
However, he was eventually removed from the court and taken to the locker room for evaluation.
Intuit Dome Brawl Erupts
As medical staff tended to Sochan and Wembanyama, a heated verbal exchange erupted between players from both teams.
The situation quickly escalated into a physical altercation, with several players involved.
Game Halted, Investigation Ongoing
Referees were forced to stop the game and clear the court as security personnel intervened.
The game was officially suspended, and an investigation into the incident has been launched by both the NBA and the Metropolitans organization.
The status of the game and potential disciplinary action for the players involved remain uncertain at this time.