Victor Wembanyama aims to bounce back after Game 2 struggle
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 6:00 AM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
Victor Wembanyama led the San Antonio Spurs with 29 points in Game 2 against the New York Knicks on June 5, 2026. Despite his standout performance, a late turnover and a missed game-winning shot overshadowed his contributions. De’Aaron Fox expressed confidence in Wembanyama's ability to recover in Game 3, emphasizing the need for aggression. Wembanyama acknowledged his mistakes but is focused on improving and contributing in the next game.
- •Wembanyama recorded 29 points, nine rebounds, and four blocks.
- •The Spurs had a chance to win but lost in a close Game 2.
- •Wembanyama acknowledged the critical turnover late in the game.
- •Fox stated that Wembanyama is best when aggressive.
- •Game 3 is scheduled to continue the series.
- 1:12 PMAssociated Press — Spurs' Victor Wembanyama shakes off Game 2 miss by taking over Game 3 of the NBA Finals - AP News
- 6:00 AMYahoo Sports — Victor Wembanyama Praises 2 Teammates For Clutch Plays in Important Game 3 Win, Speaks on Trust from De’Aaron Fox
- 10:20 AMYahoo Sports — San Antonio Spurs Star Sends Clear Message to Victor Wembanyama After Game 2 Collapse
"De’Aaron Fox believes that Victor Wembanyama can bounce back in Game 3 after the San Antonio Spurs center essentially cost them Game 2 on Friday evening. Wembanyama finished with a game-high 29 points, nine rebounds, two steals, and four blocks on 11-for-21 shooting from the field in 40 minutes. However, his late turnover and missed [...]
"The San Antonio Spurs lost Game 2 of the NBA Finals in the closing moments, and much of the blame was placed on Victor Wembanyama, who committed two costly mistakes that led to the 105-104 loss. He turned the ball over to New York Knicks star Jalen Brunson and then sent him to the free-throw [...]
"Victor Wembanyama shook off his miss at the buzzer in Game 2 by taking over Game 3 of the NBA Finals and preventing the San Antonio Spurs from getting pushed to the brink of elimination. Wembanyama made the first two shots he took Monday night on the way to s…
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External links- Associated PressJun 9, 2026, 1:12 PMSpurs' Victor Wembanyama shakes off Game 2 miss by taking over Game 3 of the NBA Finals - AP News
Victor Wembanyama shook off his miss at the buzzer in Game 2 by taking over Game 3 of the NBA Finals and preventing the San Antonio Spurs from getting pushed to the brink of elimination. Wembanyama made the first two shots he took Monday night on the way to s…
- Yahoo SportsJun 9, 2026, 6:00 AMVictor Wembanyama Praises 2 Teammates For Clutch Plays in Important Game 3 Win, Speaks on Trust from De’Aaron Fox
The San Antonio Spurs lost Game 2 of the NBA Finals in the closing moments, and much of the blame was placed on Victor Wembanyama, who committed two costly mistakes that led to the 105-104 loss. He turned the ball over to New York Knicks star Jalen Brunson and then sent him to the free-throw [...]
- Yahoo SportsJun 6, 2026, 10:20 AMSan Antonio Spurs Star Sends Clear Message to Victor Wembanyama After Game 2 Collapse
De’Aaron Fox believes that Victor Wembanyama can bounce back in Game 3 after the San Antonio Spurs center essentially cost them Game 2 on Friday evening. Wembanyama finished with a game-high 29 points, nine rebounds, two steals, and four blocks on 11-for-21 shooting from the field in 40 minutes. However, his late turnover and missed [...]
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