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Victor Wembanyama Reaches New Milestone vs. New York Knicks
Victor Wembanyama had a little more history to gift to NBA fans during the first half of his Christmas debut against the New York Knicks.
With his seventh rebound against the Knicks in Wednesday’s Christmas opener, the San Antonio Spurs’ sophomore phenom now has 1,000 in his NBA career.
Jordan Howenstine of the Spurs’ public relations department noted that it set NBA history, as he just the second player in the Association to earn at least 2,000 points, 1,000 rebounds, and 350 blocks within the first 100 games of his tenure. Wembanyama, ironically enough, joins fellow Spur David Robinson as the only ones to pull it off.
It was a dominant half for Wembanyama, who earned 24 points, 11 rebounds, four assists, and two blocks en route to providing a 58-51 halftime lead for the visiting Spurs. The French superstar continues to fulfill and perhaps exceed every expectation placed upon him when the Spurs made him the top pick of the 2023 draft.
Wembanyama struggled in his first visit to Madison Square Garden last season, shooting just 4-of-14 from the field and hauling in an uncharacteristic nine rebounds in a 126-105 defeat. He earned revenge when they engaged in a rematch at Frost Bank Center in March, as his 40-point, 20-rebound double-double countered a 61-point tally from Jalen Brunson. San Antonio took the game 130-125 in overtime.
In a highly anticipated matchup against the New York Knicks, Victor Wembanyama reached a new milestone in his young career. The 7-foot-2 center had a dominant performance, showcasing his immense potential and skill on both ends of the court.
Wembanyama, who is just 18 years old, put on a show for fans as he recorded a career-high in points, rebounds, and blocks. His presence in the paint was felt by the Knicks, as he swatted away shot attempts and altered others with his length and timing.
Offensively, Wembanyama displayed his versatility by scoring in a variety of ways, including dunks, mid-range jumpers, and even a few three-pointers. His ability to stretch the floor and create mismatches was on full display, as he helped lead his team to a convincing victory.
Fans and analysts alike were impressed by Wembanyama’s performance, with many hailing him as a future star in the making. With his combination of size, skill, and basketball IQ, the sky is truly the limit for the young center.
As Wembanyama continues to develop and refine his game, it’s clear that he is destined for greatness in the NBA. Keep an eye on this budding superstar as he continues to make waves in the league.
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