Victor Wembanyama’s Historic Run Ends as Spurs Silence Thunder

Why Victor Wembanyama Isn’t Starting — and Why the Spurs Aren’t Rushing Him

Victor Wembanyama is back on the floor, but San Antonio isn’t rushing him. Fans are now left wondering why the starring player isn't starting.

Victor Wembanyama’s Historic Run Ends as Spurs Silence Thunder

Victor Wembanyama’s streak was always going to end at some point, although it didn’t feel as though it would do so quietly. Yet on a night when the San Antonio Spurs delivered one of their most complete performances of the season, Wembanyama’s historic run of 101 consecutive games with a blocked shot came crashing to a close.Just days earlier, the Frenchman had recorded a block in his 100th straight game, joining only Dikembe Mutombo (116) and P…

Victor Wembanyama's Limited Minutes Fuel Spurs' Surge in NBA

The San Antonio Spurs are carefully managing Victor Wembanyama’s minutes as he recovers from a calf strain, yet the team remains undefeated over their last five games. Currently averaging 20.8 minutes per game, Wembanyama has contributed significantly, posting 17.8 points, 9.2 rebounds, and 2.8 assists in that limited playing time. The Spurs have won seven straight outings and are currently second in the Western Conference, just behind the Oklah…

Wembanyama’s Historic Block Streak Snapped, Spurs Star Still All-Time Great

End of a Remarkable Run San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama saw his incredible streak of 101 straight games with at least one blocked shot come to an end on Tuesday night. In the Spurs’ 130-110 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder, Wembanyama did not record a block, snapping a defensive streak that began during […] The post Wembanyama’s Historic Block Streak Snapped, Spurs Star Still All-Time Great appeared first on Basketball Insiders …