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Wembanyama excels with a double-double despite Spurs` loss, showcasing his historic blocking prowess and offensive growth.

Victor Wembanyama continues to make waves in the NBA, showcasing his talent in the recent game between the San Antonio Spurs and the Memphis Grizzlies. Despite the Spurs suffering a 140-112 defeat, Wembanyama`s performance stood out as he recorded a double-double with 19 points, 12 rebounds, and six blocks in just 29 minutes of play. This impressive outing has further solidified his place in NBA history, as he now boasts 397 career blocks, surpassing over 90% of players since the league began tracking this statistic.

This season, Wembanyama is averaging 24.7 points, 10.7 rebounds, 3.7 assists, 1.1 steals, and an impressive four blocks per game, slightly improving from his rookie season average of 3.6 blocks per game. His growth on the offensive end has been remarkable, reaching the 20-point mark 25 times and achieving a career-high of 50 points against the Washington Wizards earlier this season. With 18 double-doubles and one triple-double to his name, Wembanyama is proving to be a key player for the Spurs.

The Spurs currently hold a 19-21 record, placing them 12th in the Western Conference, just a game behind the Phoenix Suns and Golden State Warriors for a play-in spot. Their recent 4-6 record in the last ten games highlights the need for consistency as they approach the midway point of the season. In the matchup against the Grizzlies, the team faced additional challenges when rookie center Zach Edey suffered a nose injury, forcing him to exit the game. Despite the absence of key players like Marcus Smart and Ja Morant, the Grizzlies managed to secure a significant victory.

Looking ahead, the Spurs will aim to bounce back in their upcoming games against the Miami Heat and the Indiana Pacers, as they seek to improve their standing in the competitive Western Conference. For more insights on Wembanyama`s historic blocking achievements, check out Wembanyama`s blocking history and his impressive season stats at career blocks.

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