Victor Wembanyama Shines on Christmas Day with Historic Performance
Wembanyama’s standout game highlights a thrilling NBA Christmas Day filled with surprises and standout performances from various players
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Los Angeles: Merry Christmas, everyone! This year’s Christmas games were packed with excitement and some unforgettable moments. LeBron James even said, “I love the NFL, but Christmas is our day.” I totally agree, especially with all the chatter about the NBA losing its charm.
Let’s dive into three key takeaways from the five games, all with a fantasy twist.
First up, Victor Wembanyama had a jaw-dropping debut on Christmas. He scored 42 points, grabbed 18 rebounds, and dished out four assists. That’s a whopping 78.5 fantasy points, the highest of the day! He’s now the third player in NBA history to score at least 40 points and 15 rebounds on Christmas. Talk about making a statement!
Next, Mikal Bridges surprised everyone with a stellar performance, scoring 41 points with incredible efficiency. He’s been looking more comfortable lately, shooting nearly 49% from the field. Who would’ve thought he’d be a fourth-round value in fantasy leagues?
Then there’s Josh Hart, who’s been a real game-changer for fantasy teams. He’s been stepping up big time, especially with some injuries on the team.
In the second game, Luka Dončić had to leave early due to a calf strain, which opened the door for Kyrie Irving to shine with 39 points. It’s a tough break for the Mavs, but it gives other players a chance to step up.
Anthony Edwards also brought the holiday spirit, scoring 26 points in his first Christmas game. He’s been aggressive and is still a top player in fantasy leagues.
Moving on to the 76ers vs. Celtics game, Tyrese Maxey had a fantastic outing with 33 points and 12 assists. He’s been improving lately, and if I had to pick the best performance of the day, it would be his.
Kristaps Porziņģis had to leave the game early due to an ankle injury, which could impact the Celtics moving forward. If he’s out, Al Horford might become a valuable fantasy asset.
In the Lakers vs. Warriors matchup, Austin Reaves had a memorable game, posting a triple-double and hitting the game-winning layup. He’s been on fire since returning from injury.
Steph Curry, despite a rough shooting month, lit it up against the Lakers with 38 points. It was a classic Curry performance, and he’s definitely one to watch as the season progresses.
Lastly, in the Suns vs. Nuggets game, Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal combined for 50 points, leading the Suns to victory. Beal was particularly efficient, and Durant’s free-throw shooting was on point.
Overall, it was a thrilling Christmas Day filled with standout performances and plenty of fantasy implications. Can’t wait to see how the rest of the season unfolds!