Why The NBA Should Be Terrified of Victor Wembanyama…

Why The NBA Should Be Terrified of Victor Wembanyama…

Webby the deep catch the turn of the bell. Webby pull up three. Sends up Webby. He come at the baseline drives it inside on the glass. A 7’6 alien who moves like a wing, shoots like a guard and just wrapped up one of the most impressive sophomore seasons we’ve ever seen on both ends of the floor. He’s already the best defender in the NBA. And now, while most players were taking vacations, WBY was reprogramming himself. We’re talking unorthodox training at a Shaolin monastery, refining his mind and body. We’re talking secret offseason workouts with an NBA legend. And to top it all off, the Spurs have finally surrounded him with a revamped high octane young roster. This isn’t just a breakout waiting to happen. It’s a warning. Graces up on Yiannis. Paul off the backboarding [Applause] because Wii didn’t just improve, he evolved. And if the first two years were a preview, year three might break the league because the alien has leveled up. And the rest of the NBA is about to find out just how scary things can get. The 2425 season was going about as well as it could for Victor Webama. 24.3 points, 11 rebounds, and nearly four blocks per game. He was leading the Spurs in everything. Scoring, rebounding, assists, steals, and blocks. All at just 21 years old. We pull a three. It’s up. He’s three. You know, that is absolutely positively insane. But then, right after the All-Star break, the momentum came to a halt. Wendy was diagnosed with a blood clot and ruled out for the rest of the season. The condition wasn’t considered life-threatening, but in NBA history, it’s ended careers. Just ask Chris Bosch. Fortunately, a few months later, WBY was cleared for full basketball activities. And barring anything unexpected, he’s set to return for training camp this fall. But here’s the scary part. We already have signs that he’s not just healthy, he’s leveling up because the version of Webanyama we’re about to see might be his final form. And that’s a terrifying thought for the rest of the NBA. Now, Victor Webbyama’s most obvious asset has always been his height, officially listed at 7’3 by the NBA. But let’s be honest, no one really believes that anymore. From teammates to tunnel footage, every new glimpse of Wemi seems to stretch that number further. He’s already towering over players listed at 7’1 and 7’2. And now there’s a growing belief that WBY could be pushing 76 or even 7’7. But WMBB is not just getting taller. He’s getting stronger. You want to talk about a cheat that’s just downright uni floats. On Kevin Hart’s Cold as Balls, he revealed he’s packed on 30 lb since entering the league, going from a lanky 215 to a solid 245. And you can see it. The added muscle, the more grounded stance, the wider frame, it’s all there. So now you’ve got a 7t something alien who moves like a wing, leads the league in blocks, and just added 30 lb of muscle. There’s no blueprint for defending that. But here’s the part that should really concern the league. He’s finally got help. For the first time in his career, Wendy is stepping onto the court with a supporting cast built to compete. Stefan has allowed it up to WBY. And it Yes, the Spurs didn’t make any blockbuster moves, but they played it smart. They added lottery talents like Dylan Harper and Carter Bryant through the draft, picked up quality depth guys like Luke Cornet and Kelly Olen, and rounded out the roster with solid contributors like Jordan McGloin and Lindy Waters III. Going into the off season, the expectation was that San Antonio Spurs would remain patient, continuing their long-term plan to build a superpower around Victor Wanyama. And while they didn’t chase headlines or break the internet with any blockbuster trades, this off season confirmed that strategy. It was a calculated, forwardthinking summer, one that improved the roster while keeping the bigger vision intact. But most importantly, it sent a clear message. This team is done tanking. They’re ready to compete. The biggest move was signing Dearon Fox to a 4-year, $229 million extension. It was a statement not just about wanting to win, but about giving Webanyama a legitimate running mate in the back court. Up to this point in his young NBA career, WBY has played with makeshift point guards Jeremy Sohan, Trey Jones, Malachi Brennham, and a 39-year-old Chris Paul was serviceable in stretches, but none had the gravity or shot creation needed to truly elevate a star big man. Despite that, Wimyama still looked like a top 20 player last season. Now he’ll share the floor with Fox, the most dynamic guard the Spurs have had in years. Fox isn’t a flashy name to some, but he’s been a quietly elite guard for most of his career. He’s averaged 21 points, six assists, four rebounds, and nearly two steals per game with a growing reputation for showing up in big moments. While it’s true he’s only made the playoffs once, that’s more of a reflection of Sacramento’s instability than his own performance. When the Kings finally gave him a real coach and a frontcourt anchor in Demantis Sabonis, Fox turned into a legit leader and a killer in the clutch. Now he steps into a similar role in San Antonio, but this time his co-star might be a once- in a generational talent. Fox and Wemi only shared the floor for five games last season, but barring injuries, they’ll have a full year to build chemistry, and this time they won’t be doing it alone. The Spurs have also added Dylan Harper, one of the most versatile combo guards in his draft class. Harper is a walking paint touch, a strong, physical guard who can get downhill, make reads, and guard multiple positions with his size and strength. His pull-up jumper is still a work in progress, but his all-around skill set makes him a real threat to average 20 plus points per game down the line. He joins a suddenly deep and dynamic backcourt and could play big minutes early depending on how the rotation shakes out. Then there’s Stfane Castle, the team’s doit all Swiss Army knife. Castle has dropped the positional tag completely and now embraces whatever role is asked of him. He’s a smart defender, a secondary playmaker, and a strong finisher at the rim. His versatility makes him an ideal starter alongside Wemi, especially with his ability to defend guards, push the ball in transition, and keep the offense flowing. The Spurs have also added Carter Bryant, a rangy two-way wing who’s already drawing comparisons to Kawhi Leonard on the defensive end. Bryant is the team’s best perimeter defender, a hard-nosed rebounder. He’s a tough cutter, plays with intensity on the glass, and brings the kind of energy and effort that fits perfectly next to a generational defensive anchor like Wemi. Jeremy Sohan is also starting to settle into a real NBA identity. Last season, he quietly posted the most efficient scoring year of his career, living off cuts, dump offs, and offensive putbacks. He shot a career best 70% from within three feet and looked more confident handling the ball thanks to the experience he gained playing point forward the year before. His outside shooting and free throw numbers still need work, but it’s clear he’s been making mechanical changes and the confidence is trending up. And finally, there’s Devon Vel. At his best, Vel can single-handedly swing the momentum of a game. His three-point shooting, his pull-up jumper, and his movement off the ball make him a constant threat. On defense, he’s solid as an offball disruptor. And if he becomes more consistent, he could evolve into a higher level two-way contributor. But the Spurs didn’t stop there. In free agency, they addressed key weaknesses from last season. Luke Cornet was brought in to provide size and rim protection when WBY is off the floor. They also added Kelly Olen via a trade, a skilled stretch big who brings floor spacing and veteran IQ. These aren’t flashy moves, but they’re smart ones. They complement what the Spurs already have, and the biggest reason they’ll improve is Victor Webama. After catching a brief glimpse of his basketball mortality with a scary blood clot diagnosis last season, Webyama has taken a radically different approach to his off season. Instead of focusing on basketball specific training, WVY has chosen to push his physical and mental boundaries, stepping outside the gym. In a move reminiscent of Kareem Abdul Jabar, who trained in martial arts to improve his durability and longevity, WBY traveled to China for a 10-day retreat at a legendary Shaolin monastery. According to sources close to him, this wasn’t just for show. WBY wanted to explore a different method of training, one that would teach him more about himself, his body, mind, and spirit. During the retreat, he earned an entry-level rank in the Shaolin Kung Fu system, which when you consider his towering frame and limited time there, might be one of the most impressive physical feats of his career so far. But kung fu, of course, is more than kicks and punches. It’s about discipline, control, fear management, and fear was very real for Wemi back in February when his season ended suddenly due to deep vein thrombosis in his right shoulder. That moment changed something in him and instead of rushing back through a standard recovery, he chose a more holistic path. Images from the monastery showed WBY shaved headed, robed in a monk’s gray, and laser focused on training, both physically and mentally, meditation, movement, control. It’s rare to see an NBA superstar embrace something this unorthodox, but it fits Webyama perfectly. He’s never followed the standard script. Off the court, he sketches portraits, plays chess in Central Park, and dabbles in philosophy. He’s different and that difference is part of what makes him so dangerous. Since the season ended, WMBB’s itinerary has been nothing short of fascinating. From playing soccer with kids in Costa Rica to drilling a free kick in Tokyo and hitting the Sue celebration before heading to a nightclub to hosting his own hoop gambit tournament in his hometown, Lucian, combining chess, one-on-one battles, and a community designed courts. And while it’s been a worldly summer, it’s also been about learning. One of the more viral images this off season was We Wi with NBA legend Kevin Garnett. KG is a Hall of Famer, a champion, and one of the most fiercest competitors the game has ever seen. For WBY, it’s exactly the kind of mentor you want. Someone who played with fire, but approached the game with surgical detail. Weama isn’t just growing stronger. He’s becoming smarter, more unpredictable, more prepared. And the workouts with monks, they may look wild, but they serve a real purpose. They help him stretch his body in ways traditional workouts don’t. They prepare him to move in angles that most defenders can’t react to. They teach control, balance, awareness, and skills that could help him gain that extra inch to block a shot or twist through traffic on a drive. And speaking of his game, Webyama only played 46 games during the 24-25 season, but somehow he still managed to level up across the board. He averaged 24.3 points, 11 rebounds, 3.2 assists, 1.1 steals, and an absurd 3.8 blocks per game, leading the Spurs in nearly every major statistical category. But here’s the scariest part. The gap between where he is now and his ultimate ceiling is shrinking fast. Let’s start on the defensive end where Wemby is already without question the best defender in the NBA. And he’s only just finished his second season. Don’t just take that as hype. Let’s look at the data. An average NBA game includes about 82 paint shots. And even in a league obsessed with three-pointers, the 16 ft rectangle around the rim is still where the game is won or lost. That’s where We WBY lives and dominates. Leaguewide, restricted area shots go in at 67.8%. But when Webmanyama is the one contesting those shots, that number drops to just 46.9% as he’s slashing high percentage looks by over 20%. Even more, teams attempt 52 paint shots per 100 possessions when Wemi is off the floor, but only 45.6 when he’s on it. Those aren’t just good numbers. Those are league altering numbers. He doesn’t just defend the rim. He changes the geography of NBA basketball. If every team had a WBY, the entire shot chart of the league would be flipped on its head. He makes the most efficient shots less efficient and less frequent. That’s what sets him apart. His value isn’t just blocking shots. It’s in making teams afraid to even try. That ability to reduce both the frequency and efficiency of interior scoring is Webinama’s defensive superpower and the Spurs greatest advantage. What makes it even more impressive is how he does it. Yes, his size and length is ridiculous, but it’s his feel for the game, his balance, his footwork, and his ability to use either hand to swat shots that truly separate him. He moves like a guard, thinks like a chess master, and defends like prime Hakee. It’s a cheat code combination that makes him nearly unscorable on at the rim. But here’s where things get wild. Not only is he blocking shots and an elite level, but he’s doing it without fouling. And that kind of control can’t be overstated. WBY blocked 170 shots last season, the most in NBA, even though he played only 46 games. Second place, Brook Lopez with 148 blocks in 80 games. Miles Turner was third with 144 in 72 games. But when it comes to fouls, the difference is staggering. WBY committed just 105 fouls all year. Lopez had 171, Turner 183. That means WBY posted a blockto foul ratio of 1.68. Compare that to Lopez 0.87 87 or Turner’s 0.79. And the picture gets clearer. He blocks nearly twice as many shots per foul as anyone else at the top of the leaderboard. That’s not just dominance, it’s efficiency, and it’s rare. If he keeps this up, Webyama won’t just be the best defender in the NBA, he’ll go down with the highest block to foul ratio in league history. That’s not projection anymore. That’s the pace he’s on. So, what we’re witnessing is a generational defensive force still early in his development. And as his body gets stronger, his mind sharper, and his understanding of the game deeper, the rest of the NBA should be on high alert. So, defensively, there’s no debate. Victor Webeanama is already that guy. But on the offensive side, that’s still a work in progress, and the progress is terrifying. Last season, WBY made a clear leap as a scorer. His shooting percentage improved from 46.5% in his rookie season to 47.6% in year 2. His scoring jumped from 21.4 points to 24.3 points per game, earning him his first all-star selection. But beyond the raw numbers, the way he’s scoring is evolving fast and in a way we’ve never seen before. The most eye-catching development is his jump shot. WBY is now shooting over 35% from three, and his efficiency inside the ark has improved as well. He’s becoming a true three-level scorer. Yes, he can already score from anywhere, but it’s near the basket where his powers are most overwhelming. And here’s the scary part. He’s still not fully utilizing his physical gifts in the paint. Once he starts living in that area more consistently, his offensive dominance could hit a whole new tier. Now throw in his open court ability and you’ve got something truly rare. Webyama isn’t just a halfcourt monster, he’s dangerous in transition, too. According to Synergy Sports, he hit a ridiculous 42.2% of his transition threes last season. That was his third most frequent type of three-point shot behind spot-ups and pick and pop situations. Think about that for a second. A 7’6 center with an 8ft wingspan. comfortably pulling up from 30 feet on the break. What are you supposed to do as a defender? That shot is always going to be there for him, and it’s usually wide open. So, with a blend of deep pull-ups, fast break daggers, and rim assaults, Wendy is quickly transforming into one of the league’s most unguardable weapons. His offensive package is like someone took Kevin Durant’s finesse and Shaquille O’Neal’s power and fused them into one player. And here’s where things really break basketball logic. You’re not supposed to have a player who was the runner up for defensive player of the year as a rookie, also handling the ball like a guard, shooting like a wing, and moving like a small forward. You’re not supposed to see a 21-year-old going toe-to-toe with veterans who’ve been in the league for nearly a decade. But WBY isn’t just redefining the big man. He’s redefining the game. Blending elite perimeter skills with unprecedented size is the next stage in the NBA’s evolution. And Wemama, he’s not just part of the future, he is the future. A one-of-one player who’s pushing the boundaries of what we thought was possible and making the impossible look routine. So, let’s put this into perspective. We’ve never seen a player over 7’3 pull up from 20 ft in transition until Victor Webyama. Now he stands at 7 foot6, stronger, faster, and fresh off a summer of mastering kung fu. He’s redefining what’s physically and mentally possible for someone his size. With historic numbers, elite defense, and an everexpanding offensive arsenal, Webanyama isn’t just living up to the hype. He’s rewriting what a modern big man can be. It’s easy to forget just how rare his sophomore season was. A 21-year-old center standing 7’3, averaged 24 points, 11 rebounds, four assists, one steal, and almost four blocks per game. He shot 35% from three and 84% from the line. And he did it all without optimal spacing and without a highlevel point guard facilitating the offense. That’s changing now with more structure and better personnel around him. We is set up for an even bigger leap. And looking at historical jumps from other generational players paints a clear picture. Giannis evolved from 13 points in year 2 to 17 in year three. LeBron made the leap from 27 to 31 points per game. Jordan, who only played 18 games in his second season due to injury, came back and exploded from 23 to 37 points per game in year three. These are the moments when great players took off, and WBY is in that same position. A 14-point jump isn’t necessary, but seeing him reach 28 to 30 points per game with 12 rebounds, five assists, a steal, and four blocks is well within reach. His floor is already elite, and his ceiling continues to rise. When is entering year three with health, experience, and a refined mentality, and that’s a terrifying combination for the rest of the league. They called him the alien before, but after this summer, he’s something scarier. A 7 foot6 Shaolin trained, Garnett inspired, rim protecting nightmare. Next season, the rest of the NBA is going to find out what that really means. So, what do you think? Is We about to take over the league, or is the hype all smoke? Drop your thoughts in the comments. Hit that like button, subscribe, and turn on notifications. 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