There was a scent of Paris 2024 Olympic Games at the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas, on the night of Wednesday to Thursday, January 9.
The San Antonio Spurs Victor Wembanyama easily dominated the Los Angeles Lakers (107-91), driven by 27 points from American Olympic champion Keldon Johnson.
In the absence of LeBron James, Luka Doncic shone with a triple double (38 points, 10 rebounds, 10 assists), however insufficient against the Texan collective.
With 16 points, 14 rebounds and 4 blocks, Wemby was able to delight a prestigious guest present in the front row, also a hero of the last Olympic Games, Leon Marchand.
Based in Austin, Texas, the four-time French Olympic swimming champion was also able to speak with Wembanyama, who is aiming for a first participation in the playoffs this year and a second selection for the NBA All Star Game.
Léon Marchand continues his preparation before his big meeting in 2026, the European Swimming Championships in Parisscheduled from July 31 to August 16.
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