Victor Wembanyama records historic stat line in Spurs' loss to Sixers / News - Basketnews.com

San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama produced 33 points, 18 rebounds, 6 assists, and 7 blocks in the game.

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Rising star Victor Wembanyama continues to impress and make his case for NBA Rookie of the Year.

Victor Wembanyama

Team:San Antonio SpursPosition:CAge:20Height:224 cmWeight:104 kgBirth place:FranceProfileNewsStatistics

In the San Antonio Spurs'126-133 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers, Wembanyama posted 33 points (including a career-high 6 3-pointers), 18 rebounds, 6 assists, and 7 blocks. He became the only player in league history to register at least 30 points, 15 rebounds, 5 assists, 5 threes, and 5 blocks in one game.

It was also Wembanyama's fourth game of the year with at least 30 points, 10 rebounds, and 5 blocks, the third-most in a season by a rookie since blocks were recorded in 1973.

"He's special, man, he's special," said Sixers forward and fellow French player Nicolas Batum. "It was a good call from (San Antonio coach Gregg Popovich) when he said this may be his worst season. That is the scariest part, this may be the worst Wemby we are going to see in 15 years. I'm glad I won this one tonight."

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Despite Wembanyama's performance, the Spurs failed to overcome the Sixers, who were powered by Tyrese Maxey'scareer-high 52 points.

San Antonio is last in the Southwest Division with a 19-59 win-loss card.

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