What happened: Victor Wembanyama was energetic on the bench despite not playing in the Spurs' game against the Portland Trail Blazers. San Antonio took a 2-1 lead in the first-round playoff series. SportsCenter shared video of 'Wemby' cheering amid the win.

Why it matters: Demonstrates Spurs' depth without their superstar in key playoff moments. The same Wembanyama nearing regular-season award eligibility now impacts series odds and rotation strategy. Boosts confidence heading to Game 4.

What to watch: Monitor Wembanyama's status for Game 4 vs. Trail Blazers.