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The evening wasn't entirely smooth for all players on the court. In a contrasting battle of the big men, Giannis Antetokounmpo of the Milwaukee Bucks faced off against Victor Wembanyama of the San Antonio Spurs. While Giannis flourished, scoring 23 points and securing a key victory for the Bucks 121-105, Wembanyama struggled to find his rhythm. He managed only 10 points, his second-lowest total of the season, primarily due to Giannis’s exceptional defensive efforts.
Bobby Marks noted that Giannis's presence and physicality significantly impacted Wembanyama's game. With Wembanyama only averaging two touches in the paint, the Bucks capitalized on their defensive strategy, pushing him out of his comfort zone.