What happened: Zach Lowe highlighted the San Antonio Spurs and Victor Wembanyama developing new offensive counters against anticipated postseason defensive schemes. The breakdown focuses on tactical adjustments designed to maintain half-court efficiency when opponents scheme against Wembanyama.
Why it matters: After reaching the NBA Finals last June, San Antonio has surged to the second seed in the Western Conference. Addressing playoff-style coverages early in the regular season prepares the roster for defensive adjustments in high-leverage moments.
By the numbers: Wembanyama has recorded 30.1 points, 11.9 rebounds, and 3.0 assists per game in 2026-27 through 11 games. San Antonio is 9-2 with a nine-game winning streak in 2026-27 through 11 games.
What to watch: San Antonio will test its offensive adjustments as the regular season continues.