[Saba Sports News] The Dallas Mavericks are fully aware of Victor Wembanyama’s extraordinary blend of size and skill. In anticipation of their season opener against the San Antonio Spurs, the Mavs have employed unique preparation strategies inspired by Wemby’s enigmatic abilities.
Recently, a video from a Mavs practice session gained viral attention on social media. What caught everyone’s eye was the Dallas coaching staff’s attempt to replicate Wembanyama’s remarkable 8-foot wingspan using artificial appendages.
Assistant coach God Shammgod took on the role of Wemby in this video. Wearing extensions resembling oars attached to his arms, Shammgod defended against Mavs players.
This video, shared on platform X, has already garnered over 1.4 million views at the time of writing. Even the imitation of Wemby proved to be a formidable defensive presence.
Shammgod successfully disrupted the shots of the first three Mavs players, including sharpshooters Tim Hardaway Jr. and Seth Curry. Kyrie Irving also missed a contested layup, with the Wemby-like limbs making contact with his arm, resulting in awarded free throws.
Wembanyama wrapped up his inaugural NBA preseason with an electrifying performance against the Golden State Warriors, amassing 19 points and 5 blocks in just 21 minutes of play. The Mavs are now gearing up to face the real Wembanyama in their upcoming matchup with the Spurs at the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas, on Wednesday.