San Antonio Spurs superstar Victor Wembanyama was pelted with boos and nearly struck by a flying egg as he entered his hotel after a game against the New York Knicks.

Incident Follows Historic Collapse

The incident occurred after the Spurs blew a 29-point lead to the Knicks, with Wembanyama missing two key free throws in the game’s final minutes. The Knicks’ victory prompted scenes of jubilation across New York City, with fans packing the streets and clashing with police.

According to the New York Police Department, 56 people were taken into custody for charges ranging from assault to disorderly conduct. The police department stated that large crowds engaged in reckless and dangerous behavior during and after the game.

An NYPD spokesperson said they had no information on file about the egg incident. The Spurs did not immediately respond to a request for comment on whether Wembanyama was struck by the egg.

Original reporting: KSAT Sports (San Antonio) — read the source article.