Victor Wembanyama’s almost triple-double with blocks was definitely one of the most memorable performances of the season, and that’s saying a lot.

Youth San Antonio Spurs In addition to his defensive display, the star finished the night with 24 points, and although the game did not turn in his favor, he attracted the attention of the LA Clippers coach who was watching what was happening.

“We’ve never seen a player like this before,” Ty Lue told NBA Insider Brandon ‘Scoop B’ Robinson, comparing his rookie season to the first few games of his sophomore season. “He wants to win and he is happy for the other matches as well. The success of the guys.”

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This situation was reinforced at the beginning of the season. Wembanyama fielded questions about outside expectations for himself and San Antonio’s still young roster before shutting down any narrative that suggested he was listening to outside noise.

“It doesn’t really matter,” Wembanyama said. “We’re trying to set new standards.”

According to him, these were arranged from within the organization. And his role in meeting them would gradually increase.

“His role will get better and better,” Lue said. “I always knew he would be strong defensively, but he knows how to play offensively and where to get his shots.”

Wembanyama began to find his rhythm in Year 2 after a slow start to the season. Whether he is making history or emerging with a defeat, this is very clear.

The next step for Spurs will be to turn these performances into wins and they are already on better pace this season than they were a year ago.

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