SAN ANTONIO, Texas — Victor Wembanyama delivered an efficient masterclass, scoring 29 points in just 24 minutes to lead the San Antonio Spurs to a commanding 125-103 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers.
Wembanyama shot 9 of 13 from the field, including 3 of 6 from beyond the arc, pacing an 8-2 Spurs squad. Devin Vassell chipped in 15 points, while Stephon Castle and Julian Champagnie added 14 points each. Deni Avdija led Portland with 15 points, and Yang Hansen notched his first career double-double with 12 points and 10 rebounds.
THUNDER ROUT WIZARDS
In Oklahoma City, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander poured in 30 points in three quarters to guide the Thunder to a dominant 114-75 rout of the Washington Wizards. The Thunder stifled Washington, holding them to the lowest scoring total in the NBA this season.
Jared McCain contributed 19 points, and rookie Aday Mara added 18 points, eight rebounds, and three blocks for Oklahoma City (8-2), which cruised despite playing without several long-term injured starters.
CURRY LIFTS WARRIORS IN OVERTIME
Meanwhile, Stephen Curry exploded for 41 points, six rebounds, and six assists, converting a crucial three-point play and a late layup in overtime to lift the Golden State Warriors to a 126-119 victory over the Orlando Magic.
The win marks Golden State’s seventh consecutive victory, aided by rookie Yaxel Lendeborg’s 23 points and eight rebounds.