However, behind Wembanyama, the Spurs don't really have a high-level second option. Devin Vassell once flashed that potential, but after his lackluster start to the season, it's clear that his ceiling is as a third or fourth option on a good team.
According to the NBA's most recent MVP ladder, Wembanyama is fourth in the running to win the Michael Jordan Trophy, behind only Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Nikola Jokic, and Giannis Antetokounmpo. His two dominant performances against Jokic and the Denver Nuggets are key reasons why he jumped ahead from the fifth spot, passing Jayson Tatum.
It's Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks vs Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs tonight at Fiserv Forum. Follow here for live game updates.
On Wednesday night, the Milwaukee Bucks hosted the San Antonio Spurs. The Bucks won by a score of 121-105. Giannis Antetokounmpo finished the victory with 25
The Spurs' late-game struggles continue in a loss to the Bulls, as Victor Wembanyama addresses the team's need for growth.
MILWAUKEE -- Less than two minutes into Wednesday night's showdown between the Milwaukee Bucks and San Antonio Spurs, Victor Wembanyama took a pass in semi-transition, pump-faked and floated into a one-legged 3-pointer. A few minutes later, he drove baseline, challenged Giannis Antetokounmpo at the rim and double-clutched for an absurd finish.
Wembanyama may lead the NBA in blocks for the remainder of his playing days, but if he keeps developing his perimeter game on such high volume, he’ll almost certainly earn a scoring title at some juncture.
SAN ANTONIO — San Antonio Spurs' Victor Wembanyama is making waves in the league with his standout performances this season. Dive into the debate as Jeff Garcia and Spurs on Sports Illustrated's Matt Guzman explore Wembanyama's impressive stats and his impact on the Spurs' dynamics.
Victor Wembanyama has made it clear that he’s ready for the San Antonio Spurs to win now, and one shocking move might help move the needle.
Denver Nuggets guard Russell Westbrook and San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama got into a lighthearted scuffle on Friday.
The Spurs won 113-110 after Nikola Jokic committed a rare turnover in the final seconds of the game on Friday in Denver.