wembanyama edwards nba duel
San Antonio Spurs Victor Wembanyama played Minnesota Timberwolves Anthony Edwards in a high-stakes NBA showdown on January 17, 2026, and prevailed 126-123 at Frost Bank Center. Edwards scored a career high 55 points, (26 in the fourth quarter) making 19-of-33 field and 9-of-16 three-point shots. Wembanyama responded with 39 points, 9 rebounds and some crucial plays such as a late block and offensive rebound to him in the dying seconds. A 48-point second quarter gave Spurs the lead of 25 at halftime, yet Edwards came back just short. This NBA duel highlighted two young stars pushing each other to new heights.
The NBA duel between Wembanyama and Edwards featured intense back-and-forth action in the closing minutes. Edwards recorded a fadeaway on a 110- 108 lead but Wembanyama responded with 18-foot jumper. Edwards followed it up with a 25-foot three, and Wembanyama has tied it at 113 with a 26-footer in 53 seconds.
The victory was provided by Joan Beringer being blocked by Wembanyama and having no chance to take a shot at the goal. Edwards attempted a half-court heave at the buzzer, but missed one of two free throws towards the end. Spurs also rose to 29-13, which strengthened its position in the Western Conference.
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