Victor Wembanyama reflects on the defensive intensity that propelled the San Antonio Spurs to the Western Conference Finals after defeating the Minnesota Timberwolves.
The San Antonio Spurs are officially back in the Western Conference Finals for the first time since 2017, and Victor Wembanyama is having the time of his life.. After the Spurs dismantled the Minnesota Timberwolves 139-109 on Friday night to clinch the series in six games, the French phenom was basking in the defensive masterclass his team just put on.. While most superstars crave the spotlight for their scoring, Wembanyama finds his joy in the
grind.. “This series was probably the most fun I’ve had on defense,” Wembanyama said during his post-game press conference.. “Like everybody was connected… And that’s the most fun I had on defense.” “This series was probably the most fun I’ve had on defense.” Wemby on San Antonio’s defensive presence throughout the West Semis 😤 The Spurs win Game 6 on the road and advance to the Western Conference Finals for the first time since 2017!.
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