Victor Wembanyama Joins David Robinson in Elite NBA Playoff History
Summary
Victor Wembanyama, a 22-year-old French basketball player, is having a historic first NBA playoff season. He has scored 22.1 points, collected 12.3 rebounds, and blocked 4 shots on average per game, reaching rare milestones alongside NBA legend David Robinson.Key Facts
- Wembanyama has played 12 playoff games, averaging 22.1 points, 12.3 rebounds, and 4 blocks per game.
- He amassed 265 points and 48 blocks in his first 12 playoff games, joining David Robinson as the only players with at least 250 points and 45 blocks in that span.
- Wembanyama set a new NBA playoff record with 12 blocks in a single game against the Minnesota Timberwolves.
- In Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals, he scored 41 points and grabbed 24 rebounds, helping the Spurs win in double overtime.
- The Spurs and Oklahoma City Thunder are tied 1-1 in the series heading into Game 3 in San Antonio.
- Game 3 is scheduled at 8:30 p.m. ET at the Frost Bank Center.
- The NBA officially recognized Wembanyama’s milestone before Game 3.
- Wembanyama’s height is 7 feet 4 inches (7’4”).
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