The highly anticipated matchup between the last two No. 1 picks, Victor Wembanyama of the San Antonio Spurs and Zacchaire Risacher of the Atlanta Hawks, showcased contrasting fortunes. Wembanyama continued to shine, scoring 40 points, while Risacher struggled with his shooting, finishing with only nine points.
Despite a close game that went into overtime, the Spurs ultimately triumphed 133-126, improving their record to 14-13. Wembanyama's standout performance and Chris Paul's clutch shooting were pivotal in securing the victory.