Wembanyama posted a Spurs franchise record for most points in a season opener with his 40-piece against the Mavericks; he also grabbed 15 boards and shot 71.4% in that 125-92 rout over Dallas on Oct. 22. He became just the sixth player in NBA history to record such a stat line in any regular season game.

By the end of Thursday’s loss, smallball was the only call for Miami Heat coach Erik Spoelstra. Beyond Bam Adebayo, none of the others in a limited power rotation were able to stand tall.

With the win in Spurs vs Heat, Wembanyama's side marked the first time in franchise history they’ve started a season with five straight wins.

Pregame analysis and predictions of the Miami Heat vs. San Antonio Spurs NBA game to be played on October 30, 2025 on ESPN.

El pívot Victor Wembanyama liberó años de frustración de los Spurs de San Antonio con un grito apasionado después de