[Saba Sports News] Victor Wembanyama’s Spurs clinched an overtime victory against the Rockets on Friday. Wembanyama had 21 points and 12 rebounds, making a crucial baseline jumper over Dillon Brooks during overtime to give his team a 113-111 lead. Afterward, he pointed at Brooks in a triumphant manner.
Wembanyama’s motivation for this gesture likely stemmed from Brooks’ prior comments about him. Before the game, Brooks had downplayed Wembanyama, describing him as merely “tall.”
Despite Brooks’ efforts, scoring 17 points in just his second game with the Rockets and having a notable defensive moment against Wembanyama, it was Wembanyama’s Spurs who ultimately secured the win.