Photo by Ronald Cortes/Getty Images The rookie sat down with French journalists Sunday to reflect on his early NBA success. Year one has concluded for Victor Wembanyama, marking a remarkable journey filled with standout performances and historic moments. The rookie’s inaugural season in the NBA has been so exceptional that the league dedicated a TWO-HOUR highlight reel to mark his achievements on YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/embed/3OzhnVJZl1c?rel=0
Following the culmination of his extraordinary campaign, Victor sat down with French journalist Benjamin Moubeche to reflect on his season. His latest article brilliantly captures their interaction, providing insights into Victor’s thoughts and experiences. Overall, he expresses immense pride and happiness regarding his debut NBA season. He acknowledges the significance of his on-court accomplishments and doesn’t take them for granted. However, fueled by his competitive spirit, he voiced a desire for greater team success, wishing they were still competing in the postseason. Despite this, Victor acknowledges the long-term vision of the San Antonio Spurs organization, appreciating the team’s transparency and communication regarding their approach. He reaffirms his confidence in his teammates and the collective project they are building. When discussing his relationship with Coach Popovich, Victor speaks candidly about his admiration for him. He emphasizes Popovich’s genuine concern for players as individuals first, highlighting his respect and care for their well-being both on and off the court. Throughout the season, their bond has flourished, evident in their mutual respect and understanding. One of Benjamin’s standout questions revolves around the role of Victor’s passion for basketball in overcoming challenges throughout the season. Victor reveals that before nearly every game, he takes a moment to appreciate the privilege of his position and the temporary nature of his career. This mindset fuels his focus and determination to make the most of every opportunity, regardless of the obstacles he faces. J'ai demandé à Victor Wembanyama à quel point sa passion pour le basket a été un moteur cette saison, notamment pour surmonter les défaites :
« Avant 95 % des matches, j'ai essayé de me poser et de réaliser à chaque fois à quel point j'avais de la chance d'être sur le terrain… pic.twitter.com/NT50pj6Kmw— Benjamin Moubèche (@BenjaminMoubech) April 15, 2024 Finally, Victor outlines his plans for the immediate future, which include remaining in San Antonio for additional training and medical assessments. But soon after, he eagerly anticipates returning home to France, not only for his family but also for the culinary delights of Paris and participate in the 2024 Paris Olympics. Victor may not have suited up for the Spurs’ final game of the season, but his presence was unquestionable as he engaged with fans throughout the arena, working the concession stands with fans. Next season is going to be a movie pic.twitter.com/uW0iFNMRY8— Spurs Culture (@SpursCulture) April 14, 2024 As he gears up for the off-season, Victor plans to make a quick trip back home before returning to San Antonio to hone his skills with personal coach Tim Martin in preparation for the 2024 Paris Olympics. Le programme de Victor Wembanyama à partir de maintenant :
Quelques jours de repos Retour rapide à l’entraînement, majoritairement aux États-Unis où il a notamment prévu de travailler avec son coach personnel Tim Martin Les Jeux Olympiques de Paris 2024 https://t.co/mvp1bXmCsd— Benjamin Moubèche (@BenjaminMoubech) April 13, 2024 Victor may have produced many historic stat lines his rookie season, but perhaps his most surprising stat was claiming the top spot in step-back three-point percentage — a remarkable feat considering his size. Highest Step Back 3PT% This Season:46.2% — Victor Wembanyama
45.3% — Darius Garland
44.7% — Donovan Mitchell pic.twitter.com/VdvVd3WFZL— StatMamba (@StatMamba) April 13, 2024 Let’s take a moment to appreciate Victor’s stellar performances with a highlight reel showcasing his talents. An appreciation post for one of the greatest rookie seasons ever
Salute to Victor Wembanyama on a great season
pic.twitter.com/Em1X8lNKll— NBACentral (@TheDunkCentral) April 13, 2024 And with that, year one draws to a close. Thanks for joining us on this unforgettable journey! Victor Wembanyama ends his first season as the first rookie in NBA history with 1,500 points, 250 assists and 250 blocks.
Only 4 players EVER have reached those numbers at ANY point in their careers:
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
Hakeem Olajuwon
David Robinson
Victor Wembanyama— Jordan Howenstine (@AirlessJordan) April 13, 2024
Source: https://www.poundingtherock.com/2024/4/ ... in-the-nba