Victor Wembanyama aims to improve after tough opener against Thunder
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 22, 2026, 6:03 PM
Last updated Oct 22, 2026
Victor Wembanyama of the San Antonio Spurs struggled in the team's season opener against the Oklahoma City Thunder on October 20, shooting just 1-of-13 and finishing with an 8% shooting percentage. The Spurs lost the game 116-104, marking Wembanyama's lowest career shooting performance. He plans to refocus ahead of the upcoming game against the Houston Rockets on October 27. Despite his rough start, teammates express confidence in his ability to regain his rhythm, as he prepares for a neutral-site matchup in Austin.
- •Wembanyama scored only one basket against the Thunder.
- •The Spurs lost 116-104 in their season opener.
- •Next game is against the Houston Rockets on October 27.
- •Wembanyama blocked six shots and grabbed 13 rebounds in the loss.
- •Teammates are confident Wembanyama will adjust and improve.
- 6:03 PMYahoo Sports — Victor Wembanyama's plan for rebound from dud against Thunder? Keep it simple
"Wemby suffered through a 1-of-13 shooting performance in the loss against the Thunder. He's looking for better results against the Rockets.
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