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Wembanyama destroys defending champs on the road in Game 7

Why this story

22-year-old phenom reaching NBA Finals in third season is major sports achievement story.

FAN TAKE

Wembanyama averaged 27.3 points against defending champs, becoming youngest unanimous Conference Finals MVP since Magic.

CRITIC TAKE

Thunder lost Game 7 at home despite SGA's 35 points — only 3 other players reached double figures in elimination game.

ANALYTICS VIEW

Spurs won through depth — five players scored 11+ in Game 7 while Thunder relied too heavily on SGA's 35 points.

Hidden Truth
Hidden truth: NBA's eighth straight season with new champion marks longest unique title streak in league history.
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