Victor Wembanyama leaves father Felix in awe after Spurs star puts on block party
TL;DR
Victor Wembanyama showcased his defensive skills during Game 5 against the Portland Trail Blazers, impressing his father Felix with multiple emphatic blocks. The Spurs star's performance left both his father and the crowd in awe.
Key points
- Victor Wembanyama played in Game 5 against the Portland Trail Blazers.
- He made multiple impressive blocks in the fourth quarter.
- Felix Wembanyama was present and amazed by his son's performance.
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Victor Wembanyama put on a show with his father, Felix Wembanyama, present for Game 5 between the San Antonio Spurs and the Portland Trail Blazers. The Spurs star was defending the rim like anything, especially in the fourth quarter.
With 3:24 remaining in the fourth quarter, Wembanyama denied a layup attempt by Trail Blazers star Deni Avdija. It was an emphatic block that sent the basketball up in the air, with Felix looking on for the replay. He was amazed, as was the Spurs crowd and bench.
In another such moment with less than two minutes remaining in the final quarter, Wembanyama once again scaled up to reject Toumani Camara's potential dunk attempt. The cameras once again spotlighted Felix's reaction and he seems to be impressed with his boy.
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It took an incredible effort from Victor Wembanyama and De'Aaron Fox to take the Spurs into the second round of the NBA playoffs after they eliminated the Trail Blazers in Game 5 with a 114-95 win.
All five of the Spurs' starting members finished with positive and healthy +/- efficiency. Wembanyama finished the game with 17 points, 14 rebounds, three assists and six blocks. Meanwhile, Fox led the team with 21 points, three rebounds, nine assists and one steal.
For the Trail Blazers, Deni Avdija led with 22 points on 7-of-15 shooting, including just 1-of-6 from the 3-point range.
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Q&A
What did Victor Wembanyama do during Game 5 against the Trail Blazers?
Victor Wembanyama put on a defensive show, making multiple impressive blocks, particularly in the fourth quarter.
How did Felix Wembanyama react to his son's performance?
Felix Wembanyama was left in awe, visibly impressed by his son's emphatic blocks during the game.
Who were the key players involved in the blocks made by Wembanyama?
Victor Wembanyama blocked shots from Trail Blazers players Deni Avdija and Toumani Camara during the game.