Wembanyama's dazzling return powers Spurs to NBA Cup final Upset

Ifeanyi Ufomadu 11:33 - 14 December 2025

Victor Wembanyama made a spectacular return from injury, scoring 22 points to lead the San Antonio Spurs to a stunning 111-109 upset victory over the dominant Oklahoma City Thunder.

Wembanyama, playing his first game after a 12-game absence due to a left calf strain, came off the bench and logged 22 points, nine rebounds, and two blocks in just 21 minutes of action.

In his return from injury, Victor Wembanyama had 21 points, 9 rebounds, 2 assists, 1 steals, and 2 blocks, all in just 21 minutes

14 of those points came in the 4th quarter alone and he was a +21 in a 2-point win

That’s what you call a difference maker pic.twitter.com/KvF8lP6NRo https://t.co/B93w25pFJF
— Point Made Basketball (@pointmadebball) December 14, 2025

His presence was electrifying, spearheading a relentless comeback after the Thunder, who entered the game on a 16-game winning streak and a 24-1 record, jumped out to a 16-point lead in the second quarter.

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The Spurs' collective effort saw four players score over 20 points, including Devin Vassell (23), Stephon Castle (22), and De'Aaron Fox (22), but it was Wembanyama who provided the late-game surge.

Victor Wembanyama on beating the Thunder tonight:

“Some people are built for this moment and some aren’t… We are built for it.”

(via @BrettSiegelNBA) pic.twitter.com/YEBksAjgwv
— Legion Hoops (@LegionHoops) December 14, 2025

His impact proved decisive, handing the reigning NBA champions only their second loss of the season.

The San Antonio Spurs now advance to the NBA Cup Final on Tuesday, where they will face the New York Knicks.