In a closely contested NBA game, the Los Angeles Lakers secured a victory over the San Antonio Spurs with a final score of 123-118. LeBron James led the Lakers with 30 points, contributing significantly to the win. The game was also notable for the impressive performance of Victor Wembanyama of the Spurs, who matched a rare NBA feat previously achieved only by Michael Jordan, with at least five steals and five blocks in consecutive games. Despite Wembanyama's historic night, which included a 22-point performance, 10 rebounds, and five blocks, the Spurs could not clinch the win. The Spurs' struggle continued in their subsequent game against the Utah Jazz, where despite strong showings from Wembanyama and Devin Vassell, who led the Spurs with 27 points, they were defeated 128-109. This loss extended the Spurs' losing streak to four games and was marked by the Jazz snapping a five-game skid. Wembanyama's remarkable defensive skills were highlighted as he accumulated more blocks in February than four NBA teams, showcasing his significant impact on the court.
3 takeaways as the Spurs get sloppy in Salt Lake City https://t.co/dUlskwclmM
Victor Wembanyama has 38 blocks in the month of February: Bulls — 36 Kings — 36 Clippers — 36 Knicks — 35 Blazers — 30 Heat — 23 Insane. 😳 (h/t @SpursCulture) https://t.co/fLdopK1dAd
Devin Vassell led San Antonio with 27 points and Victor Wembanyama added 22 points, 10 rebounds and five blocks for the Spurs. https://t.co/Eeu44osJPh
With his 5 blocks tonight, Wemby now has 171 total blocks in 52 games played. 92% of his blocks are on layup/hook/floater/dunk attempts inside His 5 blocks vs Utah: 1. Collins layup 2. Collins layup 3. George layup 4. George layup 5. Markkanen dunk
Lauri Markkanen scored 26 points and the Utah Jazz beat the San Antonio Spurs 128-109 on Sunday night to snap a five-game skid. 🏀🎵 https://t.co/1wUnrWv6Oo
Jazz 128, Spurs 109: Inside the numbers Story by @NBASarah https://t.co/FRahsJbTqZ
This Wemby dunk 😳 https://t.co/SWGwmenanO
FINAL | Strong showings from Vassell and Wembanyama aren't enough as Jazz extend the Spurs' losing streak to four. https://t.co/5jtJMFf325
San Antonio vs. Utah, Final Score: Disappointing half dooms Spurs against tougher Jazz, 109-128 https://t.co/rS5ItbuUex
The Jazz defeat the Spurs 128-109 to snap a five game losing streak. Markkanen and Clarkson cook. Hendricks was terrific defensively, as was Kessler. On to Atlanta, and the Hawks on Tuesday night
The Spurs fall to the Jazz by 19. The Spurs are now... ...11-47 overall (24 games left) ...6-26 on the road ...7-25 vs the West ...1-7 on the RRT ...on a 4-game losing streak Wemby in 27 mins: 22 pts, 10 reb, 5 blk, 2 ast, 1 stl https://t.co/oxakqb53dw
Pop and Hardy will go to their benches with the Jazz leading by 21 and 2.5 mins left. Spurs got within 9 of UTA during this quarter, but couldn't get any closer before UTA responded.
The Jazz have been able to put together multiple stops and their lead is back up to 15 just as Wemby's about to get a rest break. https://t.co/1Mauy1ggGt
After trailing by as many as 24 points, the Spurs are within 9 points of Utah. Branham's got 12 points after finishing the contested layup on the break
Wemby attacks and rattles the rim! 💪 Spurs-Jazz | Live on the NBA App 📲 https://t.co/ojxvEyNMis https://t.co/WePxPrIPWG
With 8:44 left in the game the @spurs trail the @utahjazz 98-89. Spurs on a 15-5 run to open the fourth quarter. #TakeNote https://t.co/OTWin2bVQC
20 point night for Wemby 16 points on 2s 3 points from outside 1 point from the FT line
10 points for Tre Jones The Spurs got are within 11 of the Jazz
Wemby's up to 18 points after drilling his first three Spurs within 13, closes they've been to UTA since being down by 24
22 point night for Devin Vassell 9 points from three 10 points on 2s 3 points from FT line Spurs within 16 of Jazz
3Q: Jazz by 19. Spurs win 3Q by 5. Vassell 19 pts Wemby in 21 mins: 15 pts, 8 reb, 5 BLK, 1 stl, 1 ast Branham/Zach 10 pts each Markkanen 18 pts Clarkson 17 pts Sexton 14 pts J Collins 10 pts Jazz still winning 2s, 3s, and FTs
The Jazz lead the Spurs 93-74 at the end of three quarters......
With 5 blocks in 3 quarters, this is Wemby's 15th game (in 52 games) with 5 or more blocks. As @BillLand mentioned on the broadcast, this is Wemby's first time with 5 blocks in 3 STRAIGHT games.
Vassell has joined Wemby as the second Spur with a 15 point game. 8 points on 2s 6 points on 3s 1 point from the FT line Jazz have answered back though, building their lead back up to 21 after SA got within 15. https://t.co/uCxGYW57nL
With 6:38 left in the third quarter, the @utahjazz lead the @spurs 80-59. Lauri Markkanen leads the Jazz with 15 points. #TakeNote https://t.co/yPNIQibSeY
4 blocks for Wemby The Spurs got within 15 of the Jazz after trailing by as many as 24 points
WEMBY THREW IT DOWN 😤🤯 https://t.co/9MTtjd6hvo
Wemby is straight out of Space Jam 🤯 https://t.co/Pzatdf0dBu
WEMBY WITH THE HAMMER 🔨 (via @spurs) https://t.co/jIxZlWgt2c
Wemby with authority! 🥵 (🎥: @spurs) https://t.co/gYsINXwIWq
DAWG...did Wemby dunk that?
Half: Jazz by 24. UTA wins the 2Q by 10. Wemby in 15 mins: 10 pts, 4 reb, 3 blk, 1 stl Branham 10 pts Clarkson 14 pts Markkanen 13 pts Sexton 10 pts UTA still winning 2s, 3s, and FTs
The Jazz lead the Spurs 63-39 at halftime....just a terrific performance from Utah on both ends
10 point first half for Wemby after he slams the alley-oop pass from Vassell All 10 points on 2s
The Spurs have trailed by 20 points in 40% of their games this season. SA enters 1-22 when down by 20 points
1Q: Jazz by 14. SA held to 18 points in opening quarter. Vassell 9 pts Collins 5 pts Wemby in 9 mins: 4 pts, 3 reb, 3 blk Markkanen 11 pts Dunn 7 pts Clarkson 5 pts UTA winning 2s, 3s, and FTs
Chet protecting the rim 💪🚫 His 150th block of the season... only trails Wemby and Brook Lopez. Thunder-Rockets | Live on the NBA App 📲 https://t.co/4gHAAA3Hny https://t.co/q8OyzvXdyb
After one the @utahjazz lead the @spurs 32-18. Spurs shoot just 8-22 from the floor and commit eight turnovers. #TakeNote https://t.co/p1a7taEvla
end of the first quarter here in Salt Lake: The Jazz lead the Spurs 32-18
Victor Wembanyama is just showing off now 😅 https://t.co/AYin3JyYiU
Jesus Christ, Wemby
How'd this go in, Wemby? 🤷♂️ Spurs-Jazz | Live on the NBA App 📲 https://t.co/ojxvEyNMis https://t.co/dumZLjGD6p
THE UTAH JAZZ AND THE SAN ANTONIO SPURS ARRRREEEE STARRRTTTINNNGGG!!!!! https://t.co/I5deHcft0c
After achieving one of the rarest NBA statistical feats, the Lakers were left amazed by Victor Wembanyama. @LakersSBN https://t.co/pbSK6XFbMd
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Elliott: Lakers able to overcome Victor Wembanyama's rare performance https://t.co/mspeGllAqx
LeBron x Wemby after the Lakers' win over the Spurs Friday night. 🎥 @NBA https://t.co/sBsbeTOojW
The best bits from Victor Wembanyama’s historic 5x5 https://t.co/JMb9pac3vw
Bron and Wemby shared a moment after last night's game. 🤝 (🎥: @NBA) https://t.co/4M9ZpsQfbw
Victor Wembanyama has more blocks (33) in the month of February than 4 teams: 🏀 New York Knicks (32) 🏀 Detroit Pistons (30) 🏀 Portland Trail Blazers (26) 🏀 Miami Heat (23) (h/t @statmuse) https://t.co/XRTvyMWy0P
LeBron and Wemby had the same energy after squaring off last night 🤝 https://t.co/yhIDTa3s9d https://t.co/9gG9EbVrEq
Bron and Wemby showed love on social media after the game last night 🔥 https://t.co/o1dKf1g7pI
LeBron & Wemby on IG 👽👑 https://t.co/kZ8TdcuT2Z https://t.co/gNFd1vDKJV
This season, Victor Wembanyama has: * more steals than Alex Caruso * more three-pointers than Jalen Williams * more blocks than Jaren Jackson Jr. and Kristaps Porzingis COMBINED despite playing fewer mins than Bilal Coulibaly
Per @bball_ref, Wembanyama joins Michael Jordan (February of 1987) as just the second player in NBA history with at least five steals and five blocks in consecutive games. https://t.co/oiQKndrcMS
Victor Wembanyama Has Perfect Answer After He Matches Amazing Michael Jordan Feat https://t.co/puG6gl4aLb
Victor Wembanyama’s historic night not enough in Spurs’ loss to the Lakers https://t.co/OimvlyyMxO
San Antonio vs. Los Angeles, Final Score: Spurs trail Lakers throughout and fade late, 118-123 https://t.co/8dGXFqf0Ks
LeBron James lauds Victor Wembanyama: “He’s already special” #LeBronJames #VictorWembanyama https://t.co/p7euFJQYwT
LeBron James and Lakers wowed by Victor Wembanyama, but their coach is frustrated in win https://t.co/HOdV0MGOhr
For the night owls: Lakers-Spurs postgame reaction: https://t.co/w8ASIlaz90 https://t.co/InKG9poH8a
LeBron James puts up 30 as Lakers down Spurs https://t.co/Cc3ZGqouIZ https://t.co/IJs6HcqeWi
Lakers secure narrow win over Spurs as Victor Wembanyama impresses #AnthonyDavis #LeBronJames #LosAngelesLakers #SanAntonioSpurs #VictorWembanyama https://t.co/SInzMLVcSB