Last time a player had a 40-20 game this deep into the …
The article discusses the rarity of a player achieving a 40-20 game deep into the postseason. It highlights that the last occurrence was by Shaquille O'Neal in 2001. This year marks the playoff debut of Wembanyama, who is being compared to past greats.
- ▪The last player to achieve a 40-20 game this deep into the postseason was Shaquille O'Neal in 2001.
- ▪This year marks Wembanyama's playoff debut.
- ▪Such performances are considered rare in NBA history.
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