Victor Wembanyama had an unforgettable night at the Staples Center. With 23 points and 8 rebounds, the French talent led the San Antonio Spurs to a 126-102 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers. This win lifts the Spurs to 10th place in the Western Conference, just one win away from the Lakers’ season record.
Despite Wembanyama’s stellar performance, Anthony Davis was the top scorer of the night with 30 points and 13 rebounds. On the other hand, LeBron James was less prominent, scoring only 18 points and appearing less fit than usual.
The Detroit Pistons, with Simone Fontecchio contributing 4 points, also secured an important victory. It was a night of great basketball that highlighted the passing of the torch between generations: the young French phenomenon against a legend like LeBron James.