Victor Wembanyama may barely imagine what had unfolded throughout the Spurs’ 130-126 additional time win towards the Knicks in San Antonio on Friday.
It was a battle for the ages between Wembanyama and Knicks star Jalen Brunson, with Wemby placing up a career-high 40 factors, 20 rebounds and 7 assists, whereas Brunson erupted for a career-high 61 factors.
“I’ve by no means seen a lot greatness earlier than,” Wembanyama mentioned postgame. “The season has been occurring for just a few months. I’ve simply witnessed a lot greatness and I wish to be part of it.
“I at all times wished to, however increasingly more seeing that I’m already in a position to compete with these guys. I’m not close to, however I’m on the appropriate path. I do know it and I’m going to get there and shortly.”
Brunson was rather less enthused than Wembanyama postgame, with the additional time loss a bitter capsule to swallow.
“It’s nice, but it surely’s washed out with the window with the loss,” Brunson mentioned of his efficiency. “So, it doesn’t actually matter.”
Nevertheless, Brunson made positive to provide Wembanyama credit score.
“He’s going to be one of many best gamers this recreation has seen,” he mentioned. “Simply the best way he’s constructed. What he’s been in a position to take action far. I’ve a number of respect for him.”
Brunson himself acquired some lofty reward, due to teammate Donte DiVincenzo.
“He’s particular,” DiVincenzo mentioned of Brunson. “I believe he’s an All-NBA expertise. Even when we didn’t come away with the win tonight, I believe what he did tonight confirmed you that he’s the most effective guards within the East. Each single evening, no matter it takes to win, he does that. Tonight, it was nearly.”
The Knicks will return to the court docket once they face the Thunder on Sunday. The Spurs will play the Warriors, additionally on Sunday.
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