[Saba Sports News] Victor Wembanyama has been making waves in the social media sphere as he enters the league as one of the top prospects ever. The excitement surrounding him has only grown thanks to his impressive preseason performances. Hip-hop icon and avid NBA fan, Drake, took notice and spent time with Wembanyama, as revealed by the French center on his Instagram.
Drake has a track record of supporting NBA players in various ways, whether it’s mentioning them in his songs or inviting them as special guests to his concerts. Throughout the summer, he has regularly brought out basketball stars like Kevin Durant, Stephen Curry, Devin Booker, LeBron James, Bronny James, and even Jayson Tatum during his shows.
Wembanyama is set to make his NBA debut in just two days, as the San Antonio Spurs host the Dallas Mavericks. It will be a challenging introduction to the league, as he faces formidable opponents like Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving in his first game.
Victor Wembanyama’s Championship Ambitions Most young players typically don’t openly discuss their aspirations of winning a championship in the short term. They often join teams where they may have a limited role on a contender or join struggling teams in need of development. The Spurs fall into the latter category, but Wembanyama is already eager for the team to compete for titles.
He stated, “Everybody wants it, for sure. But some more than others. I know the Spurs know how to do it; they’ve achieved it multiple times in the past, and they’re going to do it again… someday, it’s going to happen, I’m sure.”
Wembanyama recognizes that he’s with an organization with a history of championship success. Despite the Spurs’ recent struggles over the past five seasons, he is determined to help turn things around and potentially secure a championship, even during his rookie contract. Few NBA players in history have managed to lead their teams to a title while on a rookie contract, with Dwyane Wade in 2006 being a notable exception.”