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Victor Wembanyama delivered the biggest playoff statement of his young career as the San Antonio Spurs beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 122-115 in double overtime.
The French centre finished with 41 points, 24 rebounds and three blocks in Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals, giving San Antonio an immediate series lead.
It was not only the volume of his production that stood out. Wembanyama also made the defining shot, a late three-pointer that forced a second overtime.
Victor Wembanyama takes control of Game 1 thriller
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Oklahoma City had the chance to close the game, but Wembanyama kept San Antonio alive with a composed perimeter shot under heavy pressure.
“For that one I was just thinking, take my time. But for the rest, there were some plays I wish I would’ve taken more,” Wembanyama said (via Spurs Nation).
“I think it was the regulation last shot. I had an open look against a way smaller defender. I should’ve just taken it.”
That answer reflected the standard he is already holding himself to, even after a performance that shaped the opening night of the conference final.
The Spurs needed every part of his display. His scoring carried the offence, his rebounding gave San Antonio second chances, and his rim protection remained central late.
For Oklahoma City, the defeat was a missed opportunity at home. For San Antonio, it was proof their young core can survive playoff pressure against elite opposition.
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