Wembanyama Dominates with 40 Points as Spurs Crush Mavericks in Season Opener

Victor Wembanyama delivered a spectacular performance as the San Antonio Spurs opened their NBA season in emphatic fashion, dismantling the Dallas Mavericks 125–92.

The 21-year-old French sensation, returning to the court for his first regular-season game since undergoing shoulder surgery for deep vein thrombosis in February, marked his comeback with the fifth 40-point game of his young career. Displaying poise and precision, Wembanyama silenced any doubts about his fitness, scoring 21 of his points before halftime and leading the Spurs to a dominant start.

While Wembanyama dazzled, all eyes were also on Dallas rookie Cooper Flagg, the number one pick in the 2025 NBA Draft. The 18-year-old became the second-youngest player ever to start an NBA game—behind only LeBron James—but endured a challenging debut. Despite finding rhythm late in the game, Flagg managed just 10 points in a subdued first outing.

Elsewhere in the league, Philadelphia 76ers rookie VJ Edgecombe made headlines with a historic debut. His 34-point performance in a nail-biting 117–116 victory over the Boston Celtics ranked as the third-highest scoring debut in NBA history. Only Wilt Chamberlain’s 43-point debut in 1959 remains higher on the list.

In New York, British-born OG Anunoby showcased his versatility with 24 points and 14 rebounds, helping the Knicks overcome the Cleveland Cavaliers 119–111. The result gave Mike Brown a winning start in his first game as New York’s head coach.

As the new NBA season tips off, Wembanyama’s brilliance, Edgecombe’s promise, and Flagg’s potential offer an exciting glimpse into a new generation ready to define the league’s future.

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