Victor Wembanyama ’s return could not have come at a more consequential moment for the San Antonio Spurs . After missing 12 games with a strained left calf, San Antonio franchise superstar made his comeback in the Emirates NBA Cup semifinal and helped his side in a 111-109 upset of the Oklahoma City Thunder in Las Vegas. The victory ended Oklahoma City’s 16-game winning streak and handed the defending NBA champions just their second loss in 26 games this season.

Wembanyama came off the bench for the first time in his NBA career, entering at the start of the second quarter and playing on a strict minutes restriction. The 21-year-old finished with 22 points, nine rebounds, two assists, one steal, and two blocks while shooting 6-of-11 from the field, 1-of-1 from three-point range, and

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