WATCH: Victor Wembanyama Delivers Jaw-Dropping Block on Rockets' Tari Eason

On Monday night, the Rockets got a firsthand look at the Frenchman’s defensive might.

Oct 28, 2024; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama (1) shoots over Houston Rockets guard Dillon Brooks (9) during the first half at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images / Scott Wachter-Imagn Images

In a first quarter moment against the Houston Rockets on Tuesday, San Antonio Spurs phenom Victor Wembanyama delivered a thunderous block, reminding everyone why he’s the league’s premier shot blocker.

As Rockets guard Tari Eason rushed down the court in a fast-break opportunity, Wembanyama read the play perfectly, timing his leap to meet Eason’s layup attempt at the rim. The result? A big-time rejection that left fans in awe.

OUTTA HERE! pic.twitter.com/AQTIW4hX15

— San Antonio Spurs (@spurs) October 29, 2024

It’s moments like these that make Wembanyama’s defensive length so captivating—an imposing force, he consistently shuts down drives with his towering reach and impeccable timing.

For live updates and more on Wembanyama’s impressive game, check out Spurs on Sports Illustrated’s coverage as the action unfolds.

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