Spurs Win 8th Straight Game Behind Wembanyama’s Monster Double-Double; 5 Takeaways

The San Antonio Spurs rode Victor Wembanyama's double-double to win 8th straight game after defeating the Sacramento Kings 139-122.

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The Spurs are officially rolling. San Antonio extended its winning streak to eight games with a dominant 139-122 victory over the Sacramento Kings, leading for 91 percent of the night and building a lead that swelled to 28.

At the center of it all was Victor Wembanyama, who delivered a two-way masterclass that overwhelmed Sacramento from start to finish. Here are five key takeaways from another statement win.

 

1. Wembanyama Controlled Both Ends

Wembanyama posted 28 points, 15 rebounds, 6 assists, and 4 blocks in just 30 minutes, shooting 11-20 from the field. He was a +32 in his minutes, the highest mark in the game, and completely tilted the floor.

He scored efficiently inside, cleaned up the glass (14 defensive rebounds), and erased shots at the rim. Sacramento managed 46 points in the paint, but many attempts were altered or forced into difficult angles because of his presence.

Beyond scoring and rebounding, his six assists showcased his growth as a playmaker. When double teams came, he found cutters and shooters without hesitation.

 

2. The Paint Was A Mismatch

San Antonio dominated inside, outscoring Sacramento 74-46 in the paint. That gap defined the game.

The Spurs shot 55 percent from the field (52-94), repeatedly attacking downhill through De’Aaron Fox and Stephon Castle while letting Wembanyama operate near the rim. Sacramento simply didn’t have the size or rim protection to slow the pressure.

San Antonio also won the rebounding battle 48-35, including 12 offensive boards, creating extra possessions that kept the Kings scrambling defensively.

 

3. De’Aaron Fox Set The Tempo

De’Aaron Fox was sharp and controlled throughout, finishing with 18 points on 7-11 shooting and 5 assists. He pushed pace when needed and attacked mismatches decisively.

Even with five turnovers, Fox consistently collapsed the defense, which opened space for shooters and cutters. The Spurs scored 18 fast-break points and maintained offensive flow for most of the night.

His +26 plus-minus reflected how comfortably San Antonio operated when he was orchestrating.

 

4. Sacramento’s Efficiency Wasn’t Enough

Sacramento’s shooting was 47 percent, and their free throws were impressively 92 percent, making 23 of 25. With DeMar DeRozan scoring the most points at 20, Keegan Murray also scored 20, and Malik Monk scored 19 off the bench.

However, shooting 9-32 from three (28 percent) put an end to any possible comeback. Defensive struggles allowed San Antonio to shoot 38 percent from three with 32 assists.

Even when the Kings were able to put up points, there were no answers on defense. A 28-point lead for San Antonio showed just how fast the game could slip away.

 

5. The Spurs’ Depth Is Fueling The Streak

San Antonio had seven players with 8 points or more. Keldon Johnson was 6-12 for 18 points, Harrison Barnes had 14, and rookie Dylan Harper had 12 points and 5 assists off the bench.

San Antonio’s 32 assists show how well they’ve been sharing the ball. This is just as true for the Spurs’ obvious interior scoring. Even with 18 turnovers, San Antonio’s scoring and interior defense adjusted for the turnovers.

With a franchise player leading on both ends of the court, the supporting cast is finally stepping up, and the Spurs’ winning streak shows how dangerous this team really is.

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Eddie is a senior staff writer for Fadeaway World from Denver, Colorado. Since joining the team in 2017, Eddie has applied his academic background in economics and finance to enhance his sports journalism. Graduating with a Bachelor's degree from and later a Master's degree in Finance, he integrates statistical analysis into his articles. This unique approach provides readers with a deeper understanding of basketball through the lens of financial and economic concepts. Eddie's work has not only been a staple at Fadeaway World but has also been featured in prominent publications such as Sports Illustrated. His ability to break down complex data and present it in an accessible way creates an engaging and informative way to visualize both individual and team statistics. From finding the top 3 point shooters of every NBA franchise to ranking players by cost per point, Eddie is constantly finding new angles to use historical data that other NBA analysts may be overlooking.
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