The San Antonio Spurs secured a convincing 106-88 win over the Utah Jazz, led by an outstanding performance from Victor Wembanyama. The rookie sensation recorded his second career 5×5 game, finishing with 27 points, 9 rebounds, 7 assists, 5 blocks, and 5 steals. This achievement places him alongside Hall of Famer Hakeem Olajuwon, who boasts six such games throughout his career, while Wembanyama is now the only active player with two, outpacing stars like Anthony Davis lol and Draymond Green.
Head coach Gregg Popovich praised Wembanyama’s versatility, highlighting his perimeter shooting skills after the rookie attempted 13 three-pointers. “We want him to be able to do everything — iso, shoot … it depends on the situation,” Popovich noted.
Wembanyama, at 7-foot-4, continues to impress with his blend of athleticism and skill. His first 5×5 game occurred in a loss to the Lakers last season, where he logged 27 points, 10 rebounds, 8 assists, 5 blocks, and 5 steals in just 31 minutes—the fastest such stat line ever recorded. Notably, he also became the first rookie to achieve a 40-point, 20-rebound game against the Knicks last season. With such remarkable performances, Wembanyama is poised to keep breaking records and making an impact in the league.
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