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Victor Wembanyama Reacts to Joining All-Time Greats in NBA History

Victor Wembanyama Reacts to Joining All-Time Greats in NBA History

Summary

Victor Wembanyama led the San Antonio Spurs to a 115-108 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 3 of the NBA playoffs. He scored 39 points, grabbed 15 rebounds, and made five blocks, joining a group of all-time great players with similar playoff performances.

Key Facts

  • The Spurs defeated the Timberwolves 115-108 in Game 3 on Friday night.
  • Wembanyama scored 39 points, had 15 rebounds, and recorded five blocks.
  • He shot 13 of 18 from the field, 3 of 5 from three-point range, and 10 of 12 from free throws.
  • Only Shaquille O'Neal, Hakeem Olajuwon, and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar had similar stats in playoff history.
  • Wembanyama mentioned learning the spin fadeaway move from Olajuwon during training.
  • This was only Wembanyama’s seventh NBA playoff game and second playoff game on the road.
  • The Spurs now lead the series 2-1 against the Timberwolves.
  • In Game 1, Wembanyama set a playoff record with 12 blocks in a single game.
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