At 19 and 2.21 meters tall, Victor Wembanyama will make his arrival at Spurs de Sant Antonio. The tricolor follows in the footsteps of his compatriot, Tony Parker, who has 17 seasons at this club and who retired from playing in 2019. That same year, Victor Wembanyama started playing at Nanterre. Already at that time, his physique and his technique promised a career on the other side of the Atlantic.. This Thursday, June 22, it became the first French chosen in first position during the NBA Draft. By joining the American league, he secured a huge income and a standard of living worthy of the biggest Hollywood stars. Indeed, he is about to sign a golden contract with the Spurs.
According to the specialized site Spotrac, Victor Wembanyama will receive the tidy sum of 11 million euros for the 2023-2024 season. The French signed for 4 years with the Texas club. For the next two years, the salary will increase to 15 million per year because income will evolve with seniority. In total, it is a contract of 50 million euros over four years that awaits the French. This should dramatically increase his standard of living. Compared to his old salary, the difference is huge. At the Metropolitans 92, Victor Wembanyama received 200,000 euros per year. His new life in the United States promises to be a 180 degree turn for the young man. Even if his new salary seems exceptional, he remains far from the income of Stephen Curry who pockets 44 million euros per year at the Golden State Warriors or those of Lebron James who plays for the Los Angeles Lakers and who pockets 40 million euros. euros per season.
An arrival in the NBA that makes the whole family proud
Nicknamed Wemby, Victor Wembanyama was born under a lucky star. The young man was predestined for a sporting career. His mother, Elodie de Fautereau, is a former professional basketball player. She played at a high level in National 1. Her father, Félix Wembanyama, distinguished himself in athletics. He was a triple long jumper and also played basketball. No doubt Victor Wembanyama is the pride of the family. In 2023, he was voted best player, defender and hope of the French championship. Here he is now on his way to a new adventure in the land of Uncle Sam.
2023-06-24 14:01:22
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