In the latest NBA buzz, the San Antonio Spurs’ fresh face, Victor Wembanyama, is proving he’s more than just a draft buzz. On a Tuesday night showdown, despite the Spurs not clinching the win, Wembanyama was all about the game, making moves that have fans and critics nodding in approval.
The young gun had a moment that got everybody talking – his reaction to a foul call got him his first-ever technical foul in the league. It was a heat-of-the-moment kind of thing; he pounded the ball on the court, which then took an unexpected flight, much to his surprise. The apology came right out as he realized his reflex didn’t sit well with the rules. Some say the ref was a bit strict with the call – even Stan Van Gundy of TNT shared a piece of his mind about it on air.
Despite this little hiccup, Wembanyama’s stats didn’t take a hit. He clocked in eight points and racked up 14 rebounds by the game’s end. But the night was tough, with the Spurs taking a hard hit on the scoreboard, 123–87. It’s all part of the game, they say, and if anything, it’s clear Wembanyama’s just getting started.