Spurs coach says they need more from Victor Wembanyama after poor game with season on the brink
Spurs coach Mitch Johnson emphasized the need for Victor Wembanyama to be more aggressive after a disappointing performance in Game 5. Wembanyama scored only 20 points, and the Spurs lost to the Thunder, putting their season in jeopardy. With an elimination game approaching, the team is looking for Wembanyama to step up his game to extend their playoff run.
- ▪Victor Wembanyama scored 20 points on just 15 shots in Game 5 against the Thunder.
- ▪Spurs coach Mitch Johnson stated that Wembanyama needs to take more shots to help the team succeed.
- ▪Wembanyama has performed well in the series, scoring 41 and 33 points in the Spurs' two victories.
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NBA Spurs coach says they need more from Victor Wembanyama after poor game with season on the brink By Erich Richter Published May 27, 2026, 10:57 a.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google The Spurs’ superstar center did not play well enough in Game 5, at least according to their coach. Victor Wembanyama took just 15 shots and scored 20 points (12 on free throws) as San Antonio fell to the Thunder 127-114 in a pivotal Game 5 on Wednesday, and now faces an elimination game Thursday. “He’s got to take more than 15 shots,” Spurs coach Mitch Johnson said after the game. “Even with the [12] free throws, he’s going to have to score more than 20 points, for sure.” Victor Wembanyama will need a big Game 6 in order to extend the series.
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