Victor Wembanyama just put on a show that had fans buzzing and jaws dropping, as he led the Spurs to a nail-biting win over the Kings.
Wemby Wows with a Triple-Double
Victor Wembanyama, the 2023 draft sensation, delivered a performance that could only be described as electrifying. Dropping 34 points, he notched his first triple-double of the seasonโhis third overallโand helped the Spurs squeeze past the Sacramento Kings by just two points. The Kings, who were desperate to shake off their recent slump, came out swinging, racking up a whopping 42 points in the first quarter. They even built a hefty 17-point lead at one point. But then, Wemby decided enough was enough, rallying his team with 14 rebounds and 11 assists. Talk about carrying the squad on your back!
Historic Night for the Spurs
The night wasn’t just about Wemby’s individual brilliance. The entire San Antonio team was on fire, setting a new franchise record with 23 three-pointers. It’s like they couldn’t miss from downtown! And get this: Wembanyama joined the ranks of legends like Vince Carter and James Harden, becoming one of only three players in NBA history to score 30 points with at least five threes and three blocks. That’s some elite company right there. I think Wemby’s showing he’s not just a flash in the panโhe’s the real deal.
VICTOR WEMBANYAMA IS UNREAL:
34 POINTS
13 REBOUNDS
11 ASSISTS
5 THREES
3 BLOCKS
64% FG. (via @realapp_)
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Coach Johnson’s Tough Love
But hold on, it wasn’t all roses and rainbows for Wemby. Spurs’ interim coach Mitch Johnson had a few words to say about his star player’s night. “I thought he had some very poor moments in the first three quarters,” Johnson remarked, pointing out some fundamental missteps. Ouch. Yet, he couldn’t deny Wemby’s impact, praising his ability to lock in during crunch time. “In the fourth quarter, he was a man,” Johnson admitted. “When he dominates the fundamentals, he’s a load.” It’s like watching a young LeBron learning to harness his powers. Speaking of trades, did you catch that wild Curry rumor?
So, what do you think? Is Wembanyama the next big thing in the NBA, or is it too soon to tell?
