Too easy. The All-Star break did not interrupt the good progress of the Spurs, who are heading towards direct qualification for the playoffs. This night, they easily dominated the Phoenix Suns (121-94), already deprived of Dillon Brooks, suspended, and who also lost their star Devin Booker in the first half.
Too easy, therefore, for the Spurs and especially for Victor Wembanyama, who did not have to force his talent to score 17 points and grab 11 rebounds in just 25 minutes. He also scored an impressive dunk, between two opponents, but above all he slammed 5 blocks, including two consecutive during the first quarter which set the tone of the match, for those who did not understand.
“I was impressed by his quality of anticipation on his counterattacks,” Spurs coach Mitch Johnson analyzed afterwards. When he’s focused like that, he’s spectacular. Such an attitude sets the stage for everyone. »
At his side on the floor, the brilliant Stephon Castle (20 points, 4 assists, 3 interceptions) also admired the phenomenon: “Victor doesn’t care what match it is, he’s always going all out. He is extremely competitive. He owes his counter quality to his timing. He is fluid, tall and knows how to read his opponents’ movements. It’s super impressive to see him do this. »
The Spurs in Austin like at home
The Spurs were better in fast attack (27 points against 7) and under the circle (48 points against 36). Difficult in these conditions to fight for Phoenix, who demonstrated catastrophic skill (37%, and 28% at 3 points).
The San Antonio training version 2025/2026 leaves only crumbs for its opponents. “We know each other a lot better now,” assures Johnson. “We play much more serious and tough basketball,” says Castle.
At the end of the match, it was Victor Wembanyama himself who carried out the tradition of drumming and clapping, inaugurated this season after all home matches. This one took place in Austin, an hour and a half drive from San Antonio to expand the fan base, but that’s all it was. The Spurs felt at home there. They will host Sacramento again on Saturday (2 a.m. on the night of Saturday to Sunday in France).
