NBA – In the middle of the race for ROY, Wembanyama left to release something never seen before in 29 years!
Victor Wembanyama in the Spurs jerseyNBA (DR)
Although he is among the big favorites for the title of Rookie of the Year, Victor Wembanyama still faces strong competition. So it’s good that he’s on the verge of having a historic season and that could therefore work in his favor…
The defeats keep coming for the Spurs, he has had to deal with a minutes restriction for several matches, but Victor Wembanyama is nonetheless putting in a lot of work for his debut in the United States.
Author of almost 19 points, 10 rebounds and 3 blocks on average, the French pivot is struggling in the Texan racket. Along with Chet Holmgren, he is the absolute favorite for the ROY.
Both UFOs among the league’s insiders, the two players are regularly compared to each other and the smallest detail could make the difference in the vote count.
The good news for the V is that the excellent collective record of its rival (23-10) will normally have little impact. On the other hand, the Habs could do themselves a great service if they continue to shine in the paint.
Historic Victor Wembanyama at circle protection
Wemby this season:
18.9 PPG
10.2 RPG
3.1 BPGThe first rookie with 3+ BPG since Shawn Bradley in 1994. https://t.co/8K37fvqRJ3
— StatMuse (@statmuse) January 3, 2024
Wemby this season: 18.9 points, 10.2 rebounds and 3.1 blocks per game. The first rookie to average more than three blocks since Shawn Bradley in 1994.
It has become quite rare to see a player finish a season with three blocks per game, and it is even more exceptional to see a rookie achieve it.
Wemby handles his sprawling arms wonderfully and his defensive instincts are already undeniable. If he continues like this, it could weigh very heavily in the balance… While Holmgren has just been humiliated, the fans have added another layer.
On minutes restriction too. Give my boy 30 minutes a game and you'll see
— The Spurs Way (@TheSpursWayy) January 3, 2024
While he is limited in playing time, in addition. Give him 30 minutes per game and you’ll see
better than chet
— dre ☆ (@FeelLikeDre) January 3, 2024
Better than Chet
We have to go back to 1994 and the giant Shawn Bradley to find the trace of a beginner with such production on the blocks. The Spurs defense may be very porous, but it is not for lack of repelling everything that moves coming from Victor Wembanyama.
