Victor Wembanyama Learns from Nikola Jokic in Spurs-Nuggets Showdown

The Spurs' rising star sees Jokic's dominance as both a challenge and a blueprint for his own development.

Victor Wembanyama delivered standout performances against Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets, including a 35-point, 18-rebound effort in a Spurs win on Friday.
Despite a career-high 23 rebounds in the Saturday rematch, Wembanyama struggled in overtime as Jokic led the Nuggets to victory with 46 points, including nine in OT.
Spurs coaches view Wembanyama as a versatile player with the potential to emulate Jokic’s ability to elevate teammates and impact the game from multiple positions.
Jokic praised Wembanyama’s growth, acknowledging his improved defense and potential to reach even greater heights in the future.
The Spurs continue to refine their strategies around Wembanyama, experimenting with a variety of offensive roles to maximize his unique skill set.