The Ringer NBA Show Wemby Takes Over. Plus, Knicks Win Without OG.
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May 9, 2026 They obsess over Victor Wembanyama’s two-way dominance and how teams can try to limit him. They recap New York’s easy win without OG Anunoby and debate whether the Knicks now top the East. They argue if Oklahoma City’s style is turning them into villains and dissect Draymond Green’s recent on-air remarks.
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Wembanyama Is The Game Changer
- Victor Wembanyama is the decisive difference in Spurs-Wolves because he alters both offense and defense with unique versatility.
- He blocked rim finishes, stretched the floor with flare-screen threes, and even finished offensive rebounds with his extraordinary reach.
Wemby Grew Into The Moment Fast
- Wembanyama's growth across games shows rapid playoff acclimation from tentative to masterful.
- Roger Bell notes fewer hurried plays, controlled decision-making, and dominant two-way efficiency in Game 3.
Shoot Threes Or Attack To Beat Wemby
- Timberwolves must either make more threes or get to the rim to reach the free-throw line against Wembanyama deterrence.
- Raja Bell says Ant's drives are being deterred, so Minnesota must convert jumpers or free throws to compensate.