Victor Wembanyama surpassed expectations coming into his first season in pro basketball. The San Antonio Spurs star put in incredible performances in his rookie year, leaving fans in awe. As a result, he has been showered with praise, including from legends of the game. Now, Paul George and DeMar DeRozan have alerted everyone about his growth ahead of the new season.
DeMar DeRozan was speaking lately on Paul George‘s Podcast P, where he expressed his thoughts on Wembanyama. According to him, the Spurs player already has the drive and hunger to excel even more in the league.
In the view of DeRozan, the NBA is going to see a very improved Victor Wembanyama next season. To buttress his point, the Sacramento Kings star pointed out the Frenchman’s 2024 Olympics performances as one to reflect on. He further asserted that the experience gained playing at the tournament for France, will greatly enhance his game.
First of all, from everything I hear, Wemby is already a hell of a kid. So, the discipline, the hunger, the drive, the motivation he already have, being underneath the tutelage of a pop. I think you will be able to tell this season how special.
DeMar DeRozan said
Indeed, the 20-year-old has proven himself to be a generational talent. Being one of the most exciting players in the league, Wemby certainly made a mark in his first season. His performances surely didn’t go unnoticed, as he ended up winning the Rookie of the Year award.
Former NBA star touts Victor Wembanyama to become league’s best player
While the talent Victor Wembanyama possesses is clearly evident, many people still feel he has a long way to go. But certainly not former NBA star Patrick Beverley, who has full confidence in his abilities. The Hapoel Tel Aviv BC player has heaped praise on the Spurs prodigy and even made a bold prediction.
He’s everything. Like you can’t even put him in comparison with other people, he’s the best player in the NBA next year. He’s a center who shoots threes and dribbles the ball.
Patrick Beverley said on his podcast
For the majority of basketball fans and analysts, Wemby is seen as having the potential to become the next big star in the NBA. However, Beverley appears to think otherwise. The way he sees it, it would only take the young Frenchman next season to arrive in that position. His rookie season saw him surprise the league, as he averaged 21.4 points, 10.6 rebounds, 3.9 assists and 3.6 blocks.
