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Victor Wembanyama shines as Spurs reach NBA Finals

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 25, 2026, 5:02 PM

Last updated Jul 25, 2026

Victor Wembanyama shines as Spurs reach NBA Finals
Summary

Victor Wembanyama led the San Antonio Spurs to the NBA Finals against the New York Knicks, showcasing improved performance this season. With a significant reduction in turnovers to 2.4 per game and dominant play at the rim, he averaged 6.0 field goal attempts at the rim with a 75.1% conversion rate. The Spurs' roster upgrades, including De'Aaron Fox and rookie Stephon Castle, helped elevate Wembanyama's game. His standout postseason performance included a 41-point, 24-rebound outing against Oklahoma City in the Western Conference Finals.

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  • •Wembanyama's turnovers decreased from 3.1 to 2.4 per game.
  • •He averaged 6.0 field goal attempts at the rim with 75.1% success.
  • •San Antonio reached the NBA Finals for the first time since 2014.
  • •Wembanyama posted a 40-20 playoff game, the youngest in history.
  • •De'Aaron Fox and Stephon Castle joined the Spurs, enhancing team dynamics.
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  • 5:02 PMYahoo Sports — Better teammates helped Victor Wembanyama solve his biggest flaw
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Victor Wembanyama's improved rim efficiency and lower turnovers led San Antonio to the NBA Finals after the Spurs upgraded their roster with new guards.

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Philadelphia 76ersSan Antonio SpursNew York KnicksNBABasketball

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