San Antonio Spurs rookie Victor Wembanyama showcased an impressive all-around performance in Sunday’s game against the Denver Nuggets, despite the Spurs ultimately suffering their 12th consecutive loss in a 132-120 defeat at Ball Arena.

Reflecting on the game, Wembanyama acknowledged the championship-level prowess of the Denver Nuggets, citing their clear success, which notably culminated in capturing their first-ever championship last season. The young Spurs player recognized the formidable challenge posed by the Nuggets and shed light on the reasons behind their sustained success.

“I can see why they [Denver Nuggets] won it [NBA championship],” Wembanyama said. “It’s a very balanced team. It feels like they know each other well. It’s a great challenge every time we play them.”

Despite the challenge posed by the Denver Nuggets, Victor Wembanyama remained unfazed and delivered one of his standout all-around performances of the season in the recent game. Even in the face of a loss, Wembanyama continued his impressive form, reaching the 20-point mark for the third consecutive game. His contributions extended beyond scoring, showcasing a stellar defensive effort with 22 points, 11 rebounds, two assists, four blocks, and a career-high six steals.

Wembanyama’s noteworthy performance included highlight-worthy sequences, providing a silver lining for Spurs fans amid the prolonged losing streak. With three more matchups against the Nuggets this season, the young Spurs squad has additional opportunities to test themselves against one of the NBA’s top teams.

Upcoming clashes include a home game against the Nuggets on Friday, March 15, a return to the Mile High City for a meeting on Tuesday, April 2, and a final encounter back in San Antonio on Friday, April 12, just before the conclusion of the regular season.

The Spurs will seek to break their losing streak in the next game as they host the Atlanta Hawks, led by Trae Young and Dejounte Murray, on Thursday at the Frost Bank Center.