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[Saba Sports News] San Antonio Spurs rookie Victor Wembanyama delivered an astonishing scoring display on Friday against the Denver Nuggets.
During a crucial game at Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas, Wembanyama ignited a scoring spree in less than three minutes of the third quarter, starting with the Spurs down 81-60. He scored 17 points between 8:05 and 5:22, dazzling the crowd with multiple pull-up threes—one from beyond typical range—and several impressive finishes at the rim, leaving Nikola Jokic unable to defend effectively.
This burst reduced the Spurs’ deficit to just eight points, sparking the momentum that led to a thrilling 23-point comeback victory in the final moments. Wembanyama ended the game with a line of 34 points, 12 rebounds, and 5 assists, shooting 12/27 from the field. His performance not only underlines his potential as a future NBA luminary but also cements his status as a current superstar.