Victor Wembanyama made a remarkable Christmas debut for the San Antonio Spurs, scoring 42 points and grabbing 18 rebounds, though the Spurs fell short against the New York Knicks, losing 117-114.

Wembanyama's performance ranks among the best Christmas debuts in NBA history, just shy of the Spurs' record for rebounds on Christmas. Despite the loss, he showcased his skills, including six 3-pointers and four blocked shots, while teammates look forward to future successes.