Spurs coach emphasizes need for Wembanyama to attack the rim
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 1:11 PM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
San Antonio Spurs coach Mitch Johnson highlighted the need for Victor Wembanyama to become a more formidable presence near the basket. Despite the Knicks scoring 50 points in the paint, Wembanyama struggled defensively and relied heavily on free-throw opportunities, scoring 12 points from the line. Johnson stressed moving Wembanyama in transition to apply pressure on defenses. The Spurs aim to regain Wembanyama's dominant form as the season progresses.
- •Knicks scored 50 points in the paint against Spurs.
- •Wembanyama had 12 points, mostly from free throws.
- •Johnson calls for Wembanyama to be more aggressive near the rim.
- •Spurs seek to enhance Wembanyama's role in offensive strategies.
- 1:11 PMYahoo Sports — “We got to get him moving in space and toward the rim, …
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