Victor Wembanyama Scores Career-High 52 Points and 24 Rebounds in Spurs Victory Over Mavericks
Victor Wembanyama achieved career highs with 52 points, 24 rebounds, and eight blocks to lead the San Antonio Spurs to a narrow 112-111 win over the Dallas Mavericks. This historic performance also included record-setting first-half stats and overcame illness and injury.
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On November 5, 2026, Victor Wembanyama delivered a standout performance for the San Antonio Spurs, scoring a career-high 52 points and grabbing 24 rebounds in a 112-111 victory against the Dallas Mavericks. He also added eight blocks during the game, marking a dominant all-around contribution that helped the Spurs secure their sixth consecutive win CBS Sports, NBA.com.
Wembanyama's first half was especially remarkable, as he recorded 29 points, 15 rebounds, and five blocks, becoming the first player since the NBA's play-by-play era began in 1996-1997 to post at least 25 points, 10 rebounds, and five blocks within a half CBS Sports. Notably, his achievement places him among an elite group of players, as he became the first since Bob McAdoo in 1974 to record over 50 points, 20 rebounds, and five blocks in a single game NBA.com.
Despite battling a virus and suffering an ankle injury in the fourth quarter, Wembanyama's resilience and skill proved crucial in the Spurs' performance. After the game, he expressed a desire for greater consistency in his output, stating, "It should be more like this, more often" CBS Sports.
This historic outing drew comparisons to legendary figures in basketball, highlighting Wembanyama's emerging status as a dominant force in the NBA The Guardian.