Victor Wembanyama’s first with the Spurs was expected by the great world of the orange ball like the arrival of the messiah, it unfortunately left no room for miracles. The young Frenchman had a mixed start with San Antonio in the Summer League, despite a logical victory against Charlotte (76-68).
The 19-year-old Frenchman, drafted No. 1 by San Antonio on June 22, scored 9 points and collected 8 rebounds in 27 minutes for his first game with the Texas franchise. But the former Boulogne-Levallois Mets struggled on shots, shooting 2/13 (1/6 from three points), including several airballs. On the other hand, he was more to his advantage in defense, inflicting five blocks, helped by his immense size (2m24), even if he was posterized by Kai Jones.
The cheering crowd
The start of the game was difficult for the inside, who missed his first three attempts before scoring his first basket after a few minutes, causing the room to roar.
It must be said that a real “Wembamania” accompanied his first steps in the United States: posters, flocked jerseys of his number 1, interviews… Wemby is the main attraction of the Summer League and considered the greatest hope for some time. LeBron James, who readily calls him an “alien”.
This summer tournament is an opportunity for NBA franchises to launch their new recruits, to field young players in the making or veterans looking for a contract. Wembanyama will be able to taste it again on Sunday, with a second friendly match against Portland, the team of No. 3 in the last Scoot Henderson draft, released on Friday and uncertain for the rest of the competition.
2023-07-08 08:37:50
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