Mitch Johnson outlines plans for Wembanyama's performance in Game 1
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 4:24 AM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
Mitch Johnson, head coach of the San Antonio Spurs, addresses Victor Wembanyama's slow start in Game 1 against the New York Knicks. Despite recording a double-double with 26 points and 12 rebounds, Wembanyama struggled to make an impact early in the game, scoring only nine points in the first half. The Spurs' coaching staff is focused on adjustments for Game 2 to improve Wembanyama's effectiveness against strong defensive efforts from Knicks players Karl-Anthony Towns and Mitchell Robinson. Johnson indicated that finding ways to enhance Wembanyama’s movement and positioning will be a priority moving forward.
- •Wembanyama recorded 26 points and 12 rebounds in Game 1.
- •He struggled early, with just two shots made in the first half.
- •Mitch Johnson is focusing on solutions for Game 2.
- •Knicks' defense came from Karl-Anthony Towns and Mitchell Robinson.
- •Adjustments aim to enhance Wembanyama's movement towards the rim.
- 4:24 AMYahoo Sports — Mitch Johnson is ready to find solutions for Victor Wembanyama's slow start in Game 1
"Victor Wembanyama might have had a good performance based on raw numbers, but he did have a slow start to Game 1.
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