Paul Pierce Criticizes NBA After Victor Wembanyama’s Playoff Ejection Against Timberwolves Paul Pierce publicly criticized the NBA after San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama was ejected for elbowing Naz Reid during a playoff game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Pierce called the league “soft” while debating the Flagrant 2 decision. NBA fans and analysts continue discussing officiating consistency and physicality during intense postseason matchups.