Magic Johnson Reacts to Victor Wembanyama Joining Him in NBA History
Summary
Victor Wembanyama scored 32 points and helped the San Antonio Spurs win Game 3 of the 2026 NBA Finals against the New York Knicks. At 22 years old, he became the second-youngest player in NBA Finals history to record at least 30 points, 5 rebounds, and 5 assists in a game, a record previously held by Magic Johnson.Key Facts
- Wembanyama scored 32 points, had 8 rebounds, 6 assists, and 3 blocks in Game 3.
- The Spurs won the game 115-111 at Madison Square Garden.
- Wembanyama is the second-youngest player (22 years, 155 days) to have 30+ points, 5+ rebounds, and 5+ assists in an NBA Finals game.
- Magic Johnson holds the youngest record for this achievement, doing it at 20 years and 276 days old.
- Magic Johnson praised Wembanyama’s performance on social media.
- Other Spurs players contributing in Game 3 included Castle (23 points, 5 rebounds, 5 assists), Harper (13 points), Champagnie (12 points), Fox (12 points), and Vassell (11 points).
- The Spurs are behind the series 1-2 but have a chance to tie the series in Game 4.
- Game 4 is scheduled for Wednesday at 8:30 p.m. ET at Madison Square Garden.
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