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Victor Wembanyama Matches NBA Finals Halftime Block Record as Spurs Dominate Defensively
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100% centerFirst reported by N12 · Jun 14, 2026
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What happened
Victor Wembanyama recorded five blocks in the first half of Game 5 of the NBA Finals, tying the league record for blocks in a Finals half. His defense helped the San Antonio Spurs build an early lead over the New York Knicks.
- 01Wembanyama had five blocks by halftime in Game 5.
- 02He tied the NBA Finals record for blocks in a half.
- 03The Spurs led 3-1 in the series before the game.
- 04The Knicks scored only 13 points in the first quarter.
- 05New York made just four shots in the paint in the first half.
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