Victor Wembanyama's 42 Points Lead Spurs to OT Win Over Hawks
The 20-year-old star delivered a historic performance, including a self-alley-oop dunk, to secure San Antonio's 133-126 victory.
- Victor Wembanyama scored 42 points, including eight in overtime, while adding six rebounds, five assists, four blocks, and two steals.
- Wembanyama became the first NBA player to hit seven three-pointers while recording at least six rebounds, five assists, and four blocks in a single game.
- De'Andre Hunter's highlight-reel dunk over Wembanyama tied the game late in regulation but resulted in double technical fouls after a heated exchange.
- Chris Paul contributed 10 of his 12 points in the fourth quarter and overtime, including a pivotal four-point play to force the extra period.
- The Spurs played with their full projected starting lineup for the first time this season, with Devin Vassell scoring 23 points in his return to the starting five.