Why Victor Wembanyama came off bench for Spurs vs. Wizards originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here. The San Antonio Spurs were just a couple days removed from their tough loss in the NBA Cup championship game.

The Spurs seem to be content with the trajectory of their team that's led by their young core built on Victor Wembanyama.

SAN ANTONIO — The San Antonio Spurs (18-7) will host the Washington Wizards (4-20). This is the team's first meeting of the season. The San Antonio Spurs lost to the Knicks 124-113 in the NBA Cup Finals. Dylan Harper led the team with 21 points and seven rebounds.

For Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs, simply breaking a six-season playoff drought is no longer considered a lofty enough goal after early success.

The Hornets knocked down a franchise record 24 three-pointers in a 133-126 win over the Hawks. Jalen Johnson had 43 points, 11 rebounds and nine assists in that defeat. Toronto shot 50 percent from the field while holding the Bucks to 45 percent shooting. Brandon Ingram led Toronto with 29 points, eight rebounds, two assists and two steals.

Giannis Antetokounmpo is the biggest name on the trading block, and the Spurs can offer the Bucks a lot in a trade package for him.

Dylan Harper poured in a career-high 24 points in 23 minutes off the bench to help the host San Antonio Spurs to a resounding 119-94 victory over the Washington Wizards on Thursday.

Preview the San Antonio Spurs' NBA matchup with Washington, including betting odds, tips, trends, and game information.

The Washington Wizards may be without multiple key players in Thursday night's game against the San Antonio Spurs.