Victor Wembanyama’s 31-point double-double wasn’t enough against Memphis

By the Eurohoops team / [email protected]

If it hadn’t been for Jaren Jackson’s game-winning goal with 1.2 seconds remaining, the clash between San Antonio and Memphis Grizzlies would have worked overtime.

Instead, the Spurs had to surrender 99-97 despite Victor Wembanyama’s brilliant evening. The No. 1 pick in the last NBA draft achieved another double-double with 31 points and 16 rebounds, including 5 assists, 2 steals and 3 blocks as well. However, he also shot 3/12 from deep and had 7 turnovers.

He had a chance to win the match but ultimately missed a fadeaway shot. “When he turned around, I was like, I can’t do much here because he’s going to shoot from here. Don’t do it »Jaren Jackson Jr. talked about it during the post-game press conference.

The French rookie also commented after the defeat. “I actually remember thinking in the first half that when we were leading by a lot, I hadn’t put the nail in the coffin. That’s what I felt. I wanted to get a reaction because no matter who is in front of us, we have to be the same, be as aggressive.”he said.

While teammate Jeremy Sochah finished another full night with 6 points, 10 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals, the European who won the battle was ultimately Santi Aldama. The Spanish forward finished with a double-double of 15 points and 13 rebounds.

NBA results and other European performances

Detroit Pistons – Boston Celtics 102-129 (Porzingis 19 p, 4 r; Queta 5 p, 2 a; Fournier 6 p, 3 a)
Toronto Raptors – Oklahoma City Thunder 103-123
Miami heat – New Orleans Pelicans 88-111 (Valanciunas 8 p, 10 r; Jovic 10 p)
Minnesota Timberwolves – Cleveland Cavaliers 104-91 (Gobert 9p, 15r)
San Antonio Spurs – Memphis Grizzlies 97-99
Warriors of the Golden State – Indiana Pacers 111-123
Portland Trail Blazers – Los Angeles Clippers 117-125 (Zubac 6 p, 8 r; Theis 6 p, 4 r; Rupert 5 p)
the Los Angeles Lakers – Philadelphia 76ers 101-94

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