In a thrilling encounter, the San Antonio Spurs edged the Denver Nuggets 113-110, thanks to a crucial late-game steal by Victor Wembanyama. The rookie sensation scored 35 points and grabbed 18 rebounds, showcasing his talent against MVP Nikola Jokic, who recorded 41 points, 18 rebounds, and 9 assists.
The game featured a remarkable duel, marking only the sixth time since the NBA/ABA merger that two players achieved 35-point, 15-rebound performances in the same game. Wembanyama's interception of Jokic's pass with just four seconds left led to a game-sealing dunk by Devin Vassell.
Despite a strong performance from Jokic, who took 36 shots, the Nuggets saw their three-game winning streak come to an end. Spurs interim coach Mitch Johnson praised his team's resilience in overcoming challenges throughout the game. Wembanyama's performance also made history, as he surpassed Shaquille O'Neal for the second-most 35-point, 15-rebound games before turning 21.
