By Pierre-Andréa Fraile | Sports journalist
Despite a historic rookie season in many respects, Victor Wembanyama fails to bring the Spurs back to the top of the Western Conference. Too lonely for many, he could benefit from two major reinforcements according to a veteran of the league.
As individualistic as the NBA may be considered, it is impossible for one player to single-handedly carry a team to the title. Even less when he is only playing his rookie season. Therefore, it is not surprising that the exploits of Victor Wembanyama have not yet allowed the Spurs to reach the top of the Western Conference rankings. However, things could change during the coming summer.
The ideal Draft scenario imagined for the Spurs
Given the success experienced by Wembanyama for his first season in the NBA, its managers could be tempted by the idea of accelerating the project centered around him. And while the Trae Young rumor continues to fantasize fans, reinforcement should also arrive via the Draft. Former champion Nick Young has already revealed the two prospects he would select:
As a coach if I was the spurs I’m taken Dalton Knecht and edey biggest team in the league the new Duncan and David Robertson
— Nick Young (@NickSwagyPYoung) March 31, 2024
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If I were the Spurs, I would take Dalton Knecht and (Zach) Edey. That would make the greatest team in the league, the new (Tim) Duncan and David (Robinson)
Obviously attentive to March Madness, “Swaggy P” would therefore see two of the revelations of the NCAA tournament land in San Antonio. Fullback Dalton Knecht (1m98) and pivot Zach Edey (2m24) have in any case undoubtedly caught the eye of many NBA scouts with their latest performances:
Phenomenal effort from Tennessee’s Dalton Knecht in the final game of his college career, scoring 37 points (6/12 3P) showing why he’s a projected top-10 pick. Made shots in a variety of ways, was a handful in the open court, and made smart passing reads. pic.twitter.com/UCcjDhTcBp
— Jonathan Givony (@DraftExpress) April 1, 2024
The 40 points Edey dropped weren’t bad either, though. He showed outstanding footwork in the post and finishing out of pick-and-roll, as well as excellent touch with both hands. Dominant performance being on the floor for all but 33 seconds, which is remarkable at 7-foot-4. pic.twitter.com/22bwjSuz9h
— Jonathan Givony (@DraftExpress) April 1, 2024
In an offseason that promises to be hectic, the Spurs would have every interest in drafting Dalton Knecht and Zach Edey according to Nick Young. The Canadian giant would then form with Victor Wembanyama a duo worthy of that of Tim Duncan and David Robinson according to him.
2024-04-01 13:45:00
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