One of those rivalries is none other than Memphis Grizzlies rookie Zach Edey and San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama. At only 21 years old, Wembanyama is already being looked at as the future face of the league.
Earlier in the game, Wembanyama (13 points, 12 rebounds, eight blocks) was on the wrong end of another poster dunk. He was victimized by Grizzlies rookie Zach Edey, who also had bad intentions against the young phenom.
Everyone stops but Ja. He made up his mind that he was dunking on Big Vic right there, no matter what happens next. Meanwhile, Wemby isn’t even fully in position. He slows on his rotation because of the whistle and then gives a half-hearted contest once Morant is in the air and jumping into his chest.
It took less than a second. Victor Wembanyama, lined up at center court across from the only player in the NBA taller than him per official measur
The Grizzlies beat the Spurs on Wednesday night at the Frost Bank Center, and they'll meet again on Friday night. San Antonio (19-20) will be looking for revenge after Wednesday's loss, while Memphis (26-15) is looking to finish off the four-game road trip with a win.
Memphis Grizzlies forward Santi Aldama put together a strong performance on both ends in Friday's win against the San Antonio Spurs.
Victor Wembanyama may be the single most imposing rim protector in NBA history. He's only in his second season, but his combination of elite athleticism for his size, stellar shot-blocking instincts and absurd eight-foot wingspan makes him a nearly impenetrable obstacle for drivers at the basket.
Zach Edey and the Memphis Grizzlies took on the Houston Rockets on Monday night. In their previous win over the Minnesota Timberwolves last Saturday, the Grizzlies rookie nearly notched a double-double performance. Edey added eight points, nine rebounds and one block as he helped his team secure a nail-biting 127-125 win.
The NBA's leader in pace steamrolled slumping San Antonio in the second half Friday to send it to its fifth loss in the last six games.
The Memphis Grizzlies play against the San Antonio Spurs at Frost Bank Center The Memphis Grizzlies are spending $6,333,581 per win while the San Antonio Spurs are spending $7,980,727 per win Game
For the second time in three days, the Memphis Grizzlies blew out the San Antonio Spurs at the Frost Bank Center.