In a thrilling matchup on Wednesday night, Victor Wembanyama came close to a triple-double in the San Antonio Spurs’ 125-120 defeat by the Golden State Warriors. With just 0.2 seconds remaining on the clock, Wembanyama made a dramatic full-court inbounds pass to teammate Stephon Castle, who successfully converted it into a bucket. This assist gave Wembanyama his 10th, finishing the game with an impressive tally of 31 points and 15 rebounds.
Both players made history, as they became the first duo in Spurs history and only the fifth duo in NBA history to each record a triple-double with 20 or more points in a single game. Castle, who achieved the first triple-double of his career, contributed 23 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists. “I was thinking about [the double triple-double] of course,” said Wembanyama, reflecting on his notable inbounds pass.
Despite the loss, Castle expressed pride in their achievement, noting, “Obviously, we wanted to win. But yeah, happy to get [two triple-doubles]. It is something great to be a part of.” Golden State’s Stephen Curry posed a significant challenge throughout the game, leading the Warriors with 46 points and helping their team recover from a 16-point deficit.
The game’s final moments were dramatic. Castle completed his triple-double with a rebound just before Wembanyama executed his assist for the finish. However, Wembanyama’s performance was also marked by eight turnovers, showing the ups and downs of his young career. Spurs’ coach Mitch Johnson acknowledged the potential shown by both players, stating, “They’re doing a lot of good. We just have to try to navigate some of the peaks and valleys.”
The outcome highlights both the strengths and areas for improvement for the Spurs, as they strive for consistency while showcasing their emerging talent.