Victor Vembanyama interrupts the conversation about regression
Victor Vembanyama launched theories of “regression” after an ugly night against Toronto. Those criticisms intensified Sunday after the New York Knicks were trounced 114-89 San Antonio Spurs on Sunday.
“Wemby” achieved a double-double of 25 points and 13 rebounds. But New York forced him into expensive turnovers (seven a night).
The second-year player has now left analysts and fans believing his production is in reverse. San Antonio also received criticism for wandering in the Sunday spotlight. However, Vembanjama took the microphone after the game to shut down the “regression” talk.
“I don’t see any setback. I think it’s good for us to see this kind of adversity,” Vembanyama said, via SNI Knicks. “We want to play the best teams, this is the best playoff team – experienced. They know what it’s like, and they gave us a good result today.”
How the Knicks frustrated the Spurs, Victor Wembanyama
Michael Bridges became the main reason for the downfall of the Knicks from Spurs.
He dropped 25 points to one of the league’s best defenses led by coach Mitch Johnson. Bridges forced five steals on the defensive end as well — becoming a tone-setter and fiery asset for NIK.
Jalen Brunson added to his scoring output at Madison Square Garden — scoring a team-high 24 points. New York, however, showed its mettle on the defensive end.
Coach Mike Brown created a scheme that led to San Antonio shooting just 41.6% from the field. But the Spurs misfired even worse from behind the arc, settling for 26.5% there.
“Wemby” was not the only Spurs player prone to turnovers, as the team lost the ball 22 times. However, his seven goals led the Spurs, followed by Luke Cornet (three turnovers). Four different San Antonio players, including rookie Dylan Harper, turned the ball over twice.
The Spurs ended up watching Devin Vassell (18 points) and Stephon Castle (13) join Vembanyama as the only players to top double figures.
2026-03-01 23:23:00
