His third preseason game, against the Houston Rockets, was not the best. But Victor Wembanyama nevertheless compiled 15 points, 6 rebounds, an assist, an interception and 2 blocks in just over twenty minutes of play this Wednesday in San Antonio. Saved for a first match against the Rockets on Monday, the 19-year-old Frenchman celebrated his return with a victory (117-103).
Under the eyes of former Spurs star leader Tony Parker and Formula 1 driver Pierre Gasly, expected at the United States Grand Prix in Austin (Texas) on Sunday, “Wemby” treated his audience to some spectacular actions.
The regular season starts October 25
Among them, a small bridge over Reggie Bullock, a dunk, or even an acrobatic pass, behind the back in suspension, but not converted to three points by Devin Vassell, top scorer of the game with 25 points. Wembanyama went out for good midway through the third quarter.
The Spurs meet Friday in San Francisco for a final preparation match against the Warriors before starting the regular season on October 25 at home against Dallas.