Despite the early deficit, however, there was no shortage of highlight plays from Victor Wembanyama and rookie guard Stephon Castle in transition. Both players found an opening and made a play to generate some positive momentum, and it earned some positive traction on social media.

"It's very possible that he'll be the face of basketball. Not just NBA basketball, but world basketball," said Pacers coach Rick Carlisle.

It was the battle of the behemoths as Memphis Grizzlies rookie 7-foot-4 center Zach Edey dunks on Spurs 7-3 center Victor Wembanyama.