VICTOR WEMBANYAMA NEWS

Standing where Victor Wembanyama has, Kevin Durant sees greatness already Jul. 25-PARIS - In a cramped nondescript gym on the corner of a sleepy nondescript street, a tall, s...

JULY 26 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Victor Wembanyama and Rudy Gobert embracing 'seclusion' of starting Olympic tournament outside of Paris | NBA.com Victor Wembanyama and Rudy Gobert talk about starting their 2024 Olympic journey in Lille, over an hour away from Paris, France.

JULY 24 • NBA.COM

Victor Wembanyama's Move On Dillon Brooks Went Viral In Canada-France Game Victor Wembanyama is currently playing for France as they get ready for the 2024 Olympics in Paris. On Friday, the team faced off against Ca...

JULY 20 • SI.COM

Back in action after minor illness Wembanyama (illness) posted 14 points (3-8 FG), 10 rebounds and three assists during France's exhibition loss to Serbia on July 12.

Impact Wembanyama missed France's previous exhibition versus Germany on July 8 but returned to action a few days later. While Nikola Jokic got the better of Wembanyama and Rudy Gobert in the tune-up game, France's fearsome frontcourt is expected to wreak havoc at the Paris Olympics in late July.

JULY 19 • ROTOWIRE

NBA Most Improved Player Odds: Victor Wembanyama, Evan Mobley Lead Field for 2024-25 Season Breaking down the Most Improved Player odds for the 2024-25 season with Victor Wembanyama leading the way.

JULY 16 • SACBEE.COM

What is the NBA Cup? 2024 Bracket, groups, format, prize

Check out the full details of the NBA's 2024 Cup including format, prize and groups.

JULY 12

Chris Paul excited for new chapter in San Antonio alongside Victor Wembanyama | NBA.com The 12-time All-Star has guided young squads before. But never one with a player like Victor Wembanyama.

JULY 9 • NBA.COM

Victor Wembanyama Has Historic Odds to Win Defensive Player of the Year Award in 2024-25 Season San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama is the odds on favorite to win the Defensive Player of the Year award in the 2024-25 season.

JULY 9 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Absent in loss Sunday Wembanyama missed France's 70-65 loss to Germany on Sunday due to an illness, Jeff Garcia of KENS 5 San Antonio reports.

Impact Wembanyama was sidelined for France's loss as they prepare for the Paris Olympics. In two preparation games thus far, the 2024 Rookie of the Year averaged 25.5 points, 5.5 rebounds, 3.5 assists and 1.5 blocks across 19.5 minutes. Wembanyama could return as soon as Friday against Serbia; however, there is no rush as France does not begin play in the Olympic Games until July 27 versus Brazil.

JULY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Is the 2024 USA men's basketball team better than the 1992 'Dream Team'?

Is this 2024 Team USA Olympic basketball team better than the famed 1992 "Dream Team"? "Herd" guest host Danny Parkins says yes.

JULY 8

Victor Wembanyama steals show in France's Olympic warmup rout of Turkey

In a 96-46 rout of Turkey on Wednesday, the NBA Rookie of the Year scored a game-high 24 points, grabbed six rebounds and threw down dunks.

JULY 4

Draymond Green Details How Victor Wembanyama Will Benefit From Having Chris Paul As Teammate The veteran presence of Paul will have a profound impact on Wembanyama, according to Green.

JULY 3 • KANSASCITY.COM

Chris Paul reportedly signing one-year, $11 million deal with Spurs

Chris Paul is signing with the San Antonio Spurs, according to multiple reports.

JULY 1

Victor Wembanyama 'can't wait' for France vs. USA showdown in Olympics | NBA.com The Spurs' star big man calls a potential USA-France showdown in the Olympics "a very interesting matchup."

JUNE 28 • NBA.COM

Victor Wembanyama, France excited to face Team USA in Olympics NBA Rookie of the Year Victor Wembanyama expects France to be ready for Team USA should the squads meet again at the Paris Olympics.Wembanya...

JUNE 27 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Victor Wembanyama 'can't wait' for a France-USA showdown at Paris Olympics

Making his Olympic debut, Spurs star Victor Wembanyama said it will "be a dream to play against Team USA" in the Paris Games.

JUNE 27

Victor Wembanyama Makes Bold Statement About France Taking Over Future NBA Drafts The Spurs star thinks France could dominate the NBA draft for years to come.

JUNE 27 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Vive la France! Hawks make Zaccharie Risacher second straight Frenchman taken No. 1 in NBA draft NEW YORK (AP) — First, Victor Wembanyama, now Zaccharie Risacher.

JUNE 27 • THEPROVINCE.COM

Victor Wembanyama, NBA World React to France Dominating the 2024 NBA Draft Three of the top six draft picks in 2024 hail from France.

JUNE 27 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Teaching basketball to kids in the US is becoming a bit muddled, and the NBA is seeking solutions

Victor Wembanyama’s on-court warmup session before games when he played in France would last for about an hour

JUNE 25 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Analysis | NBA mock draft: Embrace the chaos of an unpredictable year Zaccharie Risacher, Alex Sarr and Reed Sheppard are among the top prospects in an NBA draft that lacks a generational talent such as Victor...

JUNE 25 • WASHINGTONPOST.COM

Spurs in Paris: Behind the Excitement, Enthusiasm of Victor Wembanyama's Return to France The NBA will head to Paris in January for the third straight season — only this time, with San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama.

JUNE 2 • SI.COM

Damian Lillard thinks Victor Wembanyama could be NBA's best player by next season Damian Lillard played with Anthony Edwards last summer for USA Basketball and said he enjoys his game, but he is interested in the potential...

MAY 26 • HOOPSHYPE.COM