# Giddey's Poster and Wembanyama's Block Party Steal the Week
April 13, 2026 — and we just watched one of those weeks where the highlight reel writes itself.
Josh Giddey ended someone's career on Tuesday. The Bulls guard caught an alley-oop against the Wizards and absolutely baptized Jordan Poole at the rim. Poole tried to take a charge, changed his mind halfway through, and paid the price. Giddey hung on the rim for a solid three seconds while the United Center lost its mind. Chicago won 118-109, but nobody remembers the final score. They remember Poole flat on his back, staring at the ceiling, questioning his life choices.
Real talk: that dunk had 47 million views by Wednesday morning. Poole's been getting roasted on every platform since. He posted a laughing emoji on X, but you know that hurt.
The thing about Giddey this season? He's playing with an edge we haven't seen before. Averaging 19 points and 9 assists since the All-Star break, and he's attacking the rim like he's got something to prove. That dunk wasn't just athletic — it was personal. The Bulls are locked into the 6-seed now, and Giddey's the reason they're not fighting for the play-in.
## Wembanyama Makes Brunson Disappear
Victor Wembanyama had eight blocks against the Knicks on Friday. Eight. But the one everyone's talking about came with 14 seconds left, Knicks down two, Jalen Brunson driving for what looked like an easy layup.
Wemby came from the weak side like a pterodactyl. Pinned Brunson's shot against the glass so hard the backboard shook. Brunson just stood there afterward, hands on his hips, probably wondering if basketball is even fair anymore. Spurs won 103-101, and San Antonio's now just two games back of the 4-seed.
Here's the thing: Wembanyama's averaging 4.1 blocks per game this month. He's 7-foot-5 with a 8-foot wingspan and moves like he's 6-foot-8. The league hasn't figured out how to deal with him yet, and honestly, I'm not sure they will. He's shooting 39% from three and protecting the rim like prime Dwight Howard. That's not supposed to exist in the same player.
Look, I'll say it — if the Spurs make noise in the playoffs, Wemby's getting serious MVP consideration next year. He's 22 years old and already the most impactful defensive player in basketball.
## Maxey's Buzzer-Beater Saves Philly's Season
Tyrese Maxey hit a 28-footer to beat the Celtics on Sunday. Game tied at 112, 1.2 seconds left, inbound pass from Joel Embiid. Maxey caught it at halfcourt, took two dribbles, and launched from the logo with Derrick White draped all over him.
Swish. Sixers win 115-112.
The Wells Fargo Center exploded. Maxey sprinted to the tunnel while his teammates chased him down. Boston's now tied with Milwaukee for the 2-seed, and Philly just saved themselves from dropping to the 7-seed. That shot was worth at least two playoff spots in the standings.
Maxey finished with 38 points on 14-of-23 shooting. He's been carrying this team while Embiid manages his minutes down the stretch. The kid's averaging 27 points in April, and he's doing it efficiently — 49% from the field, 41% from deep. Philly's offense runs through him now, not Embiid, and that's not a criticism of Joel. It's just reality.
But here's my hot take: if the Sixers draw Boston in the first round, they're losing in five. Maxey can hit miracle shots all he wants, but Philly's defense is Swiss cheese right now. They're giving up 118 points per game this month. You can't outscore the Celtics four times in seven games.
## Ant's Chasedown Block Channels LeBron
Anthony Edwards had the defensive play of the week on Wednesday against the Nuggets. Minnesota up three with 40 seconds left, Jamal Murray on a fast break after a turnover. Murray had a clear path to the rim.
Edwards came from behind like a freight train and swatted Murray's layup into the third row. Full extension, perfect timing, no foul. Timberwolves won 107-102, and that block sealed it.
The LeBron comparisons are getting louder. Edwards is 24 years old, averaging 28 points, and playing All-Defense level basketball. Minnesota's the 3-seed right now, and Ant's the reason they're not stuck in the middle of the West. He's got that killer instinct you can't teach — the kind where he takes over games on both ends when it matters.
Thing is, Edwards is shooting 36% from three this season. If he gets that up to 38-39% next year, he's a top-five player in this league. The athleticism and defensive intensity are already there. The shooting efficiency is the last piece.
## The Week Ahead
Minnesota and Denver play twice this week. If the Wolves sweep, they're taking the 2-seed. Edwards versus Jokic is must-watch basketball right now — the young star trying to dethrone the three-time MVP.
And Philly gets Boston again on Friday. Maxey's not hitting another logo three. The Celtics are winning by 15.