Boston Celtics starting center Kristpas Porzingis was impressed by the incredible coverage work of All-Defensive First Team San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama, who just made his first All-Star team this season.

Despite the loss, Wembanyama made history on the night when he rejected a reverse layup attempt by Al Horford. The NBA made a historic announcement on the 7-foot-3 center, as he has now registered a block in 85 consecutive games, the longest active streak in 30 years.

Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) is fouled by San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama (1) on a drive to the basket during the second half of an NBA basketball game, Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2025, in Boston. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa) AP

Porzingis has matched up with Wembanyama before. The two share very similar skill sets. However, Wembanyama is one of the few players in the NBA who is taller than Porzingis, thus

The Boston Celtics took care of business at TD Garden on Wednesday night, cruising past Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs 116-103. Jayson Tatum had a big game, recording 32 points, 14 rebounds and seven assists, while Kristaps Porzingis added 29 points and six rebounds to help the defending champions to victory.

The Boston Celtics host the San Antonio Spurs in a non-conference matchup. Wednesday's matchup is the first of the season for the squads.

There was a unicorn fight at TD Garden on Wednesday night, as Kristaps Porzingis and Victor Wembanyama went head-to-head as the Celtics and Spurs classed in Boston.