Always higher.
Always stronger.
Victor Wembanyama managed, at the best moment, one of his best games since his arrival in the NBA last summer.
The Frenchman from the San Antonio Spurs signed another great performance in front of Oklahoma City where Chet Holmgren plays, his direct competitor in the race for the rookie of the year trophy.
And Wemby won his duel without possible dispute.
In a league always fond of statistics of all kinds, the former Mets player even established a “record” by becoming the first player in the history of the American championship to compile more than 25 points (he scored 28), more than 10 rebounds (13), more than 5 assists (7) and 5 blocks (5), but also 5 three-point baskets.
A masterclass!
Victor Wembanyama becomes the first player in NBA history to record 25+ points, 10+ rebounds, 5+ assists, 5+ blocks, and 5+ 3PM in a game 📈 🔥
28 PTS
🔥 13 REB
🔥 7 AST
🔥 5 BLK
🔥 5 3PM
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— NBA (@NBA) March 1, 2024
A new almost perfect score which allowed the Spurs, dunces of the Western Conference (15th and last) to record a 12th prestigious success (in 60 matches) against the second best team in the West (131-118) .
Despite his large size, the French prodigy proves once again that he is not a simple pivot but a very complete, unique player, capable of expressing himself on the pitch in almost all registers.
Such a performance should lead him to the title of rookie of the year at the end of the season.
Hoping for better in the years to come.