If you needed any proof of who the NBA considers its golden child, look no further than the league's handling of Victor Wembanyama's ejection in Sunday's Game 4 loss to the Timberwolves.

The Spurs' towering superstar was sent to the locker room in the second quarter after throwing an intentional elbow that caught Naz Reid in the face and neck area. It was a flagrant 2 foul, and Wembanyama's ejection was fully justified. In most cases, that kind of dangerous play comes with additional discipline—a fine, or even a suspension.

But on Monday, ESPN's Shams Charania dropped a bombshell: no suspension, no fine. Wembanyama would be free to suit up for Game 5 in San Antonio.

The lack of a suspension makes some sense—the NBA doesn't want to bench a superstar during a crucial playoff series. But no fine at all? That's where fans started raising eyebrows. We've seen players hit with fines for far less egregious offenses, from technical fouls to minor scuffles.

The reaction on social media was swift and skeptical. "No suspension. No fine. Wemby is in the clear. Intentional elbows to the throat have no future repercussions. Good to know…" one fan posted. Another added, "Totally fine with no suspension. To not get a fine though?" Others were less diplomatic, with comments like "No fine for attempted murder?" capturing the disbelief.

For Minnesota fans, the decision stung even more. "The whole state of Minnesota just started shaking reading this," one wrote.

Whether you call it leniency or favoritism, one thing is clear: in the NBA's eyes, Victor Wembanyama is untouchable. And while that might frustrate opponents and fans alike, it also underscores just how valuable the young star is to the league's future. For now, he'll be back on the court Tuesday night, ready to play—and ready to prove he's worth the special treatment.