Key Takeaways:
- Victor Wembanyama tallied 22 points and 10 rebounds after returning from a first-quarter knock on Thursday night
- The Spurs surged to a 119-101 victory, leading the Bucks by as many as 39 points early in the fourth quarter
- Milwaukee, led by Giannis Antetokounmpo’s 21 points, endured their third defeat in succession
Match Analysis
Victor Wembanyama overcame an early injury scare to post an impressive double-double, steering the San Antonio Spurs to a 119-101 triumph over the Milwaukee Bucks at the Frost Bank Center. Spurs fans were left tense in the first quarter after Wembanyama collided knees with Giannis Antetokounmpo beneath the basket, causing the rookie centre to writhe in obvious discomfort. He left the court under his own power, appearing to favour his leg, but made his way back to the bench by the end of the first quarter before returning to play at the start of the second.
The Frenchman proceeded to make a significant impact after his return, contributing 11 points, six rebounds, and a blocked shot during his 12 minutes and 27 seconds on court in the second period. San Antonio capitalised on the momentum, outscoring Milwaukee 35-26 in the quarter to seize a 66-53 advantage at the break.
Double-double squad 😎 pic.twitter.com/cXjNqNC2RQ
— San Antonio Spurs (@spurs) January 16, 2026
Key Performances
Alongside Wembanyama’s 22 points and 10 rebounds, Stephon Castle added 19 points and 10 assists, whilst Julian Champagnie chipped in with 13 points and a team-best 11 boards. The Spurs dominated the contest, stretching their advantage to 39 points early in the fourth quarter. With the result all but settled, both sides opted to rest their starters heading into the final period.
For Milwaukee, Giannis Antetokounmpo recorded 21 points, while Kyle Kuzma and Bobby Portis contributed 18 points and 13 points respectively. The Bucks, suffering their third loss in a row, struggled again after having been soundly beaten 139-106 on their home court by the Minnesota Timberwolves on Tuesday – a loss that led to boos from the Milwaukee faithful.
| Team | Top Scorer | Points | Top Rebounder | Rebounds | Top Assists | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Antonio Spurs | Victor Wembanyama | 22 | Julian Champagnie | 11 | Stephon Castle | 10 |
| Milwaukee Bucks | Giannis Antetokounmpo | 21 | Rayan Rollins | 7 | Rayan Rollins | 7 |
Injury Update and Historical Context
Wembanyama’s brief exit recalled an earlier incident for the 7-foot-4 centre, who suffered a hyperextended knee on 31 December against the New York Knicks. On that occasion, he remained on the bench for the remainder of the match and missed the subsequent two games. In contrast, this latest scare saw him swiftly return to spark the Spurs’ dominant performance.
Looking Ahead
Next up for Milwaukee is a trip to Atlanta on Monday night, while the Spurs will host the Minnesota Timberwolves on Saturday night.
