Wembanyama Blocks All 29 Teams
Victor Wembanyama achieved a unique NBA milestone by blocking a shot against all other 29 NBA teams, showcasing his defensive impact across the entire league in his rookie season. The accomplishment highlights his immediate influence on games regardless of opponent. Meanwhile, Cade Cunningham and Stephon Castle were involved in a chippy confrontation that sparked tensions between their teams.
- Wembanyama concluded his rookie season with a league-leading 254 blocks, averaging 3.6 per game. This made him the second rookie in NBA history to lead the league in blocks, following Manute Bol in the 1985-86 season. - He is the only player in the history of the league to record at least 1,500 points, 250 blocks, and 100 three-pointers in a single season. - On February 23, 2024, Wembanyama recorded a rare "five-by-five" with 27 points, 10 rebounds, 8 assists, 5 steals, and 5 blocks against the Los Angeles Lakers, becoming the youngest player in NBA history to achieve this feat. - His defensive impact was so significant that he recorded more blocks as an individual than the entire Miami Heat team during the season. - The altercation between Cade Cunningham and Stephon Castle occurred in the second quarter of the Spurs-Pistons game on February 24, 2026. Cunningham shoved Castle to the floor and was assessed an offensive foul. - During the ensuing scuffle, both Keldon Johnson of the Spurs and Jalen Duren of the Pistons received technical fouls for their roles in the confrontation. - The game, which was a matchup between two of the league's hottest teams, saw the Spurs extend their winning streak to nine games with a 114-103 victory over the Pistons, who had their five-game winning streak snapped. - Following the game, Stephon Castle commented on the incident, stating he was trying to play tough defense on Cunningham and that the moment sparked energy within his team.
