Rockets Edge Out Spurs 103-101, Wembanyama Faces Defensive Challenge

Houston's focused defense on Spurs' rookie star Victor Wembanyama proves effective in their third win against San Antonio this season.

The Houston Rockets secured a narrow 103-101 victory over the San Antonio Spurs, marking their third consecutive win against the Spurs this season.
Victor Wembanyama, the Spurs' rookie sensation, faced intense defensive pressure from the Rockets, limiting him to 13 points and 10 rebounds.
Spurs coach Gregg Popovich emphasized the need for the team to adapt and learn from the Rockets' defensive strategy against Wembanyama.
Fred VanVleet led the Rockets with 21 points, while the Spurs' Tre Jones and Jeremy Sochan contributed 24 and 21 points, respectively.
The Spurs are in the midst of a rebuild centered around Wembanyama, with everything on the table for the team's future according to Popovich.