Victor Wembanyama, the highly anticipated rookie for the San Antonio Spurs, has taken the NBA by storm. His debut season has been nothing short of historic, leaving fans and analysts in awe. Let’s delve into the remarkable achievements that define his rookie campaign:
1. Statistical brilliance:
- Points: Wembanyama averaged an impressive 21.4 points per game.
- Rebounds: He secured an average of 10.6 rebounds per game.
- Assists: His playmaking skills were evident with 3.9 assists per game.
- Blocks: Wemby showcased his defensive prowess, recording an average of 3.6 blocks per game.
- 3-Pointers: Surprisingly, he knocked down 128 three-pointers during the season.
2. Historic Milestones:
- 150-150-75 Club: Wembanyama etched his name in the record books by becoming the first player ever to achieve 150 blocks, 150 assists, and 75 made 3-pointers in a single season.
- 5x5 Club: In a jaw-dropping feat, he joined the exclusive 5x5 club-a rare achievement that demands at least five points, rebounds, assists, steals, and blocks in a single game. Wembanyama accomplished this in the fewest minutes ever played.
- Almost Back-to-Back 5x5s: Remarkably, he missed a 5x5 game by just one assist in the following match, posting 19 points, 13 rebounds, five blocks, five steals, and four assists against the Kings.
3. Historical context:
- LeBron-Like Hype: The 20-year-old entered the league with LeBron James-level hype. Skeptics wondered if he could live up to it immediately, but he has exceeded expectations.
- Blocks Leader: Wembanyama leads the NBA in blocks, poised to become the first rookie since Manute Bol in 1986 to achieve this feat.
- Triple-Double: He’s the only rookie this season to record a triple-double-an impressive accomplishment.
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