Victor Wembanyama drives Spurs in NBA Finals Game 5 against Knicks

The San Antonio Spurs entered Game 5 of the NBA Finals trailing the New York Knicks 3‑1. The elimination game was played at the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio. Victor Wembanyama posted 9 points, 9 rebounds, 2 assists and a franchise‑record five blocks in the first half, putting him on pace to challenge Dwight Howard’s Finals single‑game block record of nine.

The Spurs needed a win to stay alive in the series. Wembanyama’s performance sparked betting interest, with sportsbooks offering over‑rebounds and over‑PRA (points‑rebounds‑assists) lines based on his series averages of 27 points, 10.5 rebounds and a 42.75 PRA.