Victor Wembanyama’s efficient first half has the Spurs firmly in control at Sacramento.
San Antonio seized control with a 38-29 first quarter, then stretched its advantage with a 37-27 second to take a 75-56 halftime lead on Friday. Victor Wembanyama has 20 points and eight rebounds in 14:10, shooting 7-for-9 from the field. Domantas Sabonis leads Sacramento with 13 points, eight rebounds and five assists, but the Kings trail by 19 despite shooting 6-for-9 from three as a team’s standout Emanuel Sharp hit all three of his attempts. After the break, Sacramento needs to slow Wembanyama while San Antonio looks to protect the lead; the Spurs entered 6-2 with the No. 5 power index rank, against the Kings’ 1-7 record and No. 27 rank.
Key Performers
Victor Wembanyama, Spurs: 20 points, 8 rebounds, 7-for-9 FG Domantas Sabonis, Kings: 13 points, 8 rebounds, 5 assists Emanuel Sharp, Kings: 9 points, 3-for-3 from three