Victor Wembanyama - report

French basketball player (born 2004)

Victor Wembanyama is a French professional basketball player for the San Antonio Spurs of the National Basketball Association (NBA). Considered one of the greatest basketball prospects of his generation, he was selected first overall by the Spurs in the 2023 NBA draft. With a listed height of 7 feet 5 inches, Wembanyama is the tallest active NBA player.

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Britney Spears filed a police report alleging battery against Victor Wembanyama. She said she was struck in the face by the San Antonio Spurs player’s security in the ARIA Resort & Casino's Catch restaurant. Las Vegas police confirm that no charges will be filed against the person involved.
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Victor Wembanyama is the highest drafted French player in league history. The 19-year-old has been widely regarded as the brightest prospect to enter the draft since LeBron James in 2003. The 7-foot-4 center is the 14th international player to be selected at No. 1, and the first who did not play hoops at an American college.
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The San Antonio Spurs won the draft lottery pingpong balls just over a month ago. Charlotte Hornets and Portland Trail Blazers must decide what to do with their picks. Victor Wembanyama is widely expected to be the No 1 overall pick. The 19-year-old revealed a new insight into his pre-game preparations.
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Victor Wembanyama, 19, will be the first European player drafted no. 1 since Andrea Bargnani 17 years ago. The 7ft 4in (2.24m) French teenager is widely regarded as a transformational talent. San Antonio have selected first overall twice before, choosing future Basketball Hall of Famers David Robinson in 1987 and Tim Duncan in 1997.
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The San Antonio Spurs have been awarded the top pick in next month's NBA draft. The 19-year-old French prodigy Victor Wembanyama is widely expected to be the No.1 selection. Portland Trail Blazers will receive the third pick in the draft, while the Charlotte Hornets have the second pick.