Victor Wembanyama sets a San Antonio record in a win against the Mavericks

ByNBAUSA



Rest of the NBA, be warned: Victor Vembanyama is here. The San Antonio Spurs topped the Dallas Mavericks, 125-92, at the American Airlines Center on Wednesday behind Vembanyama’s monster performance.

The Mavericks had no answer for Vembanyamawho finished with a career-high 40 points on 15-of-21 shooting. He also had 15 rebounds and three blocks while hanging over hapless defenders.

According to the NBA, the 7-foot-4 center set a new record for the Spurs most points in the season opener. He surpassed team icon George Gervin, who exploded for 39 points in a win over the Boston Celtics to open the 1977-78 season.

Vembanyama outplayed Anthony Davis, who is considered one of the strongest defenders in the NBA, further showing that he is ready to take over the league. Don’t forget he is only 21 years old.

The Pride of France had plenty of support in the win, with Stephon Castle posting 22 points, seven rebounds, six assists and two steals, and Devin Vassell adding 13 points, four assists and two steals.

Dylan Harper had 15 points and four rebounds off the bench in his first game for the Spurs.

San Antonio spoiled the debut of Cooper Flagg, who finished with a double-double of 10 points and 10 rebounds. However, he struggled from the field, making just four of 13 attempts.

Vembanyama’s last campaign was cut short in February due to a shoulder injury. He was limited to 46 games, averaging 24.3 points, 11 rebounds, 3.7 assists, 1.1 steals and a league-leading 3.8 blocks. He was named to his first All-Star game.

If his performance against the Mavericks was any indication, Spurs will be a real challenge this season.





2025-10-23 04:47:00

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