Victor Wembanyama has 52 points and 24 rebounds in Spurs win over Mavericks

Victor Wembanyama recorded 52 points, 24 rebounds, and 8 blocks during the San Antonio Spurs’ 112-111 victory over the Dallas Mavericks at the Frost Bank Center. Two days after being limited to 12 points against the Jazz, the French player established new career highs in points and rebounds while playing through the lingering effects of a recent virus.

Victor Wembanyama Sets New Career Highs Against Dallas

“I think we made the right choice on most possessions,” Wembanyama said after the game. “It was mostly about grit. We wanted it more tonight.” When asked about his individual performance, he added, “I think I embodied what I just said. It’s very positive because I’m trying to lead by example.”

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The performance included 29 points, 14 rebounds, and 5 blocks in the first half alone. Wembanyama noted that he has not felt fully recovered from illness in recent days, stating that he finally regained his legs against Dallas. “Sometimes you are a step ahead,” he said. “I haven’t felt very well lately, I’ve been sick for a while. Today, I found my legs. So this should happen more often.”

Rare Statistics Match Bob McAdoo’s 1974 Milestone

With his 52-point, 24-rebound, and 8-block stat line, Wembanyama became only the second player since official blocks were recorded in the 1973-74 season to post at least 50 points, 20 rebounds, and 5 blocks in a single game. The only other player to reach those thresholds was Bob McAdoo in 1974. The victory marked the sixth win for the Spurs, bringing their record to six wins and two losses.

San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama scores career-high with 52 points

Fans at the Frost Bank Center chanted “MVP! MVP!” during the game, and following the final buzzer Wembanyama joined supporters at center court to beat a large drum and lead a celebratory clapping session.

Wembanyama recently earned Western Conference Player of the Week honors and stated his intention to pursue the award consistently. “The goal is to win it every week,” he said.