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Wembanyama reflects on Finals loss as Spurs aim for NBA title

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 28, 2026, 8:41 PM

Last updated Sep 28, 2026

Wembanyama reflects on Finals loss as Spurs aim for NBA title

Summary

Victor Wembanyama spoke on media day about the San Antonio Spurs' loss to the New York Knicks in the NBA Finals. The defeat has driven him to work harder during the offseason, focusing on improving both physically and mentally. Wembanyama trained with teammates in Paris and with a rugby club to enhance his skills. Despite averaging 26 points and leading the Spurs to the Finals, the loss was disheartening. Wembanyama emphasized the importance of facing emotions and expressed optimism for the upcoming season as the Spurs aim to return to the Finals and secure a championship.

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By the Numbers

•Wembanyama revisits Spurs' Finals loss during media day.
•Offseason included training in Paris and with rugby club.
•Spurs lost to Knicks despite Wembanyama's strong performance.
•Wembanyama feels optimistic about the upcoming season.
•San Antonio aims to build on last season's experience.

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8:41 PMYahoo Sports — Haunted by NBA Finals defeat, Wembanyama, Spurs driven to complete mission of being league's best

What they're saying

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San Antonio star Victor Wembanyama spent many uneasy nights this offseason revisiting the Spurs' loss to the New York Knicks in the NBA Finals. Wembanyama was hurting. “I can’t answer that question because it’s not over," Wembanyama said Monday during San Antonio's media day.
— Yahoo Sportsby RAUL DOMINGUEZ

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