Spurs v Hornets is the 2nd most watched game of all time

the duel Spurs x hornets last Friday, the 7th, became the second most watched game in NBA Summer League history, with 1.39 million viewers on ESPN North America. According to the league’s own announcement, the opening day of the 2023 edition was the most watched ever recorded.

the star Victor Wembanyama made his debut with the shirt of san antonio spurs. In another round of the NBA Summer League, the French jewel had a discreet performance, but collaborated with the victory of his team. Against charlotte hornetsWemby had eight rebounds and scored nine points in the 76-68 triumph.

Friday’s @spurs vs. @hornets game on ESPN is the second-most watched Summer League game ever.

📈2023 NBA 2k24 Las Vegas Summer League opening day on ESPN is most-watched on record. pic.twitter.com/0nDfyjKIQG

— NBA Communications (@NBAPR) July 10, 2023

Wembanyama also stood out on the stumps. In all, he prevented rival attacks on five occasions. Despite the regular numbers for a debut, the French talent became a topic among NBA lovers, who expected more from him. It is worth noting that the NBA Summer League is a preseason tournament with young players.

Also in the dispute of the NBA Summer League, but in another game, the Brazilian Gui Santos was the highlight of the round. With 25 points scored, seven assists and two assists, the forward was unable to save the Golden State Warriors of defeat. Against Los Angeles Lakersthe Warriors were outmatched 103-96.

Another Brazilian who debuted well in the preseason of the NBA was the point guard Yago Mateus. With the shirt Chicago Bullshe participated in the victory, by 83 to 74, against toronto raptors and scored nine points, four rebounds and five assists. It is worth noting that the player spent about 19 minutes on the court.