Data Don't Lie|Detailed Venbanyama Rebound: 27 points, 12 boards, 3 caps, Popovich smiled

On July 10, Beijing time, the Las Vegas Summer League continued, and Venbanyama ushered in the second game. Compared with the first game, Venbanyama rebounded significantly, with 27 points, 12 rebounds, 1 steal and 3 blocks, and Popovich, who was watching from the sidelines, showed a satisfied smile. In this issue of "Data Don't Lie", let's analyze his performance in the second battle, and in what ways has he improved?

Personal offense is fully resurgent

In his summer debut, Venbanyama scored just nine points, shooting just 2 of 13 from the field and 1 of 6 from three-point range, which was quite disappointing on the offensive end. In this game, Venbanyama entered the game, shooting 9-of-14 from the field, 2-of-4 from three-point range, and scored 27 points in the game. He had 11 points, 6 rebounds and 2 blocks in the first half, shooting 4-of-5 from the field.

Why did the Venbanyama attack revive? On the one hand, through the first fight, he has gradually found the rhythm of the summer league, and on the other hand, and most importantly, he has begun to use his height and speed advantage in attack. In the second quarter of the game, Venbanyama completed two dunks, one for a catch-up dunk and one for a fast-break dunk.

With the current physical condition, the biggest shortcoming of Wen Banyama is strength, he has no advantage in going to fight with the other party, but when he runs and fights, his height and speed are brought into play. After scoring back-to-back points, Venbanyama's confidence returned, his shooting was already fine, and in this game, he scored a difficult jump shot.

In the second half, Wen Banyama also showed his tough side, throwing a missed shot and fighting for a rebound in front of the court, making it 2+1. In the final quarter, he also hit a three-pointer, and he also hit a key shot under the basket.

However, Venbanyama also needs to continue to adjust, he needs time to adjust to the NBA's three-point line, and he has played three points in two consecutive games. Another example is free throws, and Ventanyama is also inconsistent in this game, only 7 of 12.

Defensively remains solid

The defensive advantage of the debut was continued in the second game. Vembanyama, who gave away 5 blocks in the first game, also completed 3 blocks in this match. With an arm span of 2.44 meters, it will become a weapon that opponents fear in any defensive round.

It is worth mentioning that Venbanyama has blocked three points in two consecutive games, in the field of blocks, it is relatively easy to block the inside line, it is too difficult to cover three points, Ventanyama blocked Miller's three-point shot in the first game, and this game he covered Ruper's three points.

His arm span is also good for steals. During one round in the third quarter, Venbanyama opened his arm and blocked a pass.

More than one journalist has suggested that Venbanyama is expected to be named to the All-Defensive Team in his rookie season. The data shows that since the 1979-80 season, only four players have been named to the All-Defensive Team in their rookie season: Bird, Jordan, David Robinson and Tim Duncan. The Spurs have both previous champions on the list, and Venbanama has a chance to join them.

The biggest good news for Venbanyama is that the Spurs have signed Popovich to a five-year contract. Being able to provide long-term guidance to such a famous coach will undoubtedly accelerate his growth.

Falling to the ground many times is heart-wrenching

In order to avoid too much stress on the still growing bones, Venbanyama will not have the goal of gaining a lot of weight. He fell to the ground many times during the game, which is also really heart-wrenching, after all, his limbs are too thin.

As such a high-ranking champion, Wenbanyama will inevitably become a target for the other party. In his debut against the Hornets, Kai Jones blocked him and Miller dangled him, and in this game, Venbanyama was narrowly grounded. His talent is there, and the biggest concern is the hidden danger of injury.

The front gave the appearance of Wen Banyama off the field, and the right side of his face also seemed to be cut in the confrontation and put on a band-aid. The funny scene is that Wen Banyama wants to shake hands with the referee before leaving the field, and the referee lowers his head and just doesn't see it. For Spurs fans, Venbanyama's second performance should be a relief, full of talent and enough to be expected. Popovich smiled with satisfaction, how about you?