08/10/2024, 10:32 PM
Scores game-high 26 points
Wembanyama had tough matchups throughout the game, and while the French team couldn't win the gold medal, the 20-year-old had a strong showing in the final game of the tournament. Wembanyama will rest for a few weeks before preparing for the start of the 2024-25 NBA season with the Spurs.
08/09/2024, 3:49 PM
Joins San Antonio for camp
Boston became an unrestricted free agent after the Clippers didn't tender him a $2.48 million qualifying offer at the end of June. After appearing in 51 regular-season games as a rookie in 2021, Boston saw a reduced role in his subsequent two campaigns with the Clippers. Entering his age-23 season, Boston is still a young prospect with room to grow, but he'll have an uphill battle to make the Spurs' initial regular-season roster.
08/08/2024, 6:52 PM
Overcomes poor shooting in victory
Wembanyama unsurprisingly made several highlight plays, but he especially struggled from beyond the arc despite many of his looks being wide open. But he was able to contribute as a passer, rebounder and defensive presence. It was enough, and France now goes to the gold medal game.