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NBA·RECAP·November 5, 2026 12:07 PM ET

Wembanyama becomes second-youngest in NBA history with 50-point, 20-rebound game

Bob McAdoo holds the record at 22 years, 150 days.

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What happened: Victor Wembanyama became the second-youngest player in NBA history to record at least 50 points and 20 rebounds in a game. At 22 years and 304 days old, he trails only Bob McAdoo, who reached the mark at 22 years and 150 days. The milestone moved Wembanyama ahead of Anthony Davis, who recorded his 50-20 game at 22 years and 347 days.

Why it matters: The milestone places Wembanyama among the most prolific young frontcourt performers in league history. Joining McAdoo and Davis highlights his rare combination of interior volume scoring and elite rebounding early in his career.

By the numbers: Wembanyama has recorded 29.0 points per game and 12.4 rebounds per game and 3.1 assists per game in 2026-27 through 8 games.

What to watch: Wembanyama continues regular-season play as the league tracks his scoring and rebounding pace.

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