# Wembanyama's Historic Night

> Victor Wembanyama scores 52 points, 24 rebounds in Spurs' win.
- Title: Wembanyama's Historic Night · CBS Sports | Shortify
- Summary: Victor Wembanyama scores 52 points, 24 rebounds in Spurs' win. Victor Wembanyama scored 52 points and 24 rebounds in a win over the Mavericks, saying it…
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- Source: CBS Sports — https://cbssports.com/nba/news/victor-wembanyama-spurs-historic-night-more-like-this
- Published: 2026-11-05T15:58:18+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: victor wembanyama, spurs, nba, mavericks, 52 points, 24 rebounds, career-high, sports
## Wembanyama's Opening Night
Wembanyama scored 52 points and 24 rebounds in a win over the Mavericks.
## Historic Stat Line
Wembanyama blocked eight shots, becoming the first player since Bob McAdoo in 1974 with 50+ points, 20+ rebounds, and 5+ blocks.
## Wembanyama's Health
Wembanyama said he felt better after battling illness, stating it should be more like this, more often.

> I haven't been feeling great lately. I've been sick for a while and today I felt like I got my legs back. So it should be more like this, more often.
## Shooting Struggles
Wembanyama has struggled shooting, hitting 24% of threes and 11 of 36 from mid-range this season.
## Future Outlook
Wembanyama aims to improve shooting to make his game more sustainable for the regular season.

> I can still do more. My shots weren't falling tonight and that forces me into a style of play that is exhausting. I can do it. I mean, the proof is here. I can do it, but I can be much better if my shots fall.
## Key takeaway

Victor Wembanyama scored 52 points and 24 rebounds in a win over the Mavericks, saying it should be more like this, more often.