Dissecting Victor Wembanyama’s U.S. debut: How high is his ceiling? | NBA on ESPN
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- Опубліковано 18 чер 2024
- ESPN’s Myron Medcalf, Jeff Borzello and Jonathan Givony recap Victor Wembanyama’s two games against G League Ignite and the reaction from the NBA world.
0:00 Intro
1:12 Victor lived up to the hype!
2:30 Victor is the clear-cut No. 1 pick
5:31 Why Victor won’t shut down til the draft
7:30 How he’s preparing his body
11:32 Evolution of the big man
13:15 Scoot Henderson
16:27 Is Victor destined for the Hall of Fame?
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If Victor Wembanyama develops the legendary Skyhook....
No one will stop Him
Why need the skyhook when you can dominate thru the perimeter
@@joyfultoni Because Victor Wembanyama won't be 18 forever and the Skyhook is the most unstoppable move in the paint, those knees will need less stress.
The difference between him and Chet is that you can tell Victor’s frame has potential. Look when he was signing that kid’s autograph you can see the muscle mass in his arms. Once he gets into pro workouts with those nutritionist he’ll be good man
Theres Chet Frame (skin and bones, no muscles), Porzingis Frame (narrow but some weight), AD/Gobert Frame and lastly Giannis Frame. He most likely will look like Gobert/AD in a couple years which is fine and well with his physical profile and talents.
Yea everyone should see the difference
People not paying attention this guy has broad shoulders imagine putting all that muscle on there he's going to be Wilt Chamberlain all over again
He is a good cook too. Dude has it all
I see why Danny Ainge did what he did 😳
The man is going to risk it all just to tank bad
Exactly😂
Spurs did the same thing.
I'll wait to see him play in the NBA
He just need weight and he's gonna dominate the league
His ceiling is up there with Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and Wilt Chamberlain that's his ceiling and as a shot blocker is Bill Russell
I was thinking of like a modern day Wilt Chamberlain mixed with Mr Russell as well.
He's impressive, but im more impressed with whoever worked on his game with him, He has a complete game at 18!!. Now after these 2 games he knows he has to work on his endurance and strength/durability for the NBA level.
It’s plenty of ppl with his skill set at 18….he’s just 7’4. Nobody blocking him. His trainer just treated him as a guard from day 1. They didn’t just stick him in the post
@@Gofroze where are they?
@@teezee1000 it’s 6ft guards all around the world with with the same skill set… they just aren’t 7’4….that’s the difference. I just said that…reading is fundamental
@@Gofroze You did not say that... RIF yourself.. Name some 18yo guards who have triple offense (post/mid/3pt range) skills and can defend? and to be a trainer who can get a 7ft+ to be so well under control with the ball in his hands is an accomplishment. stop being a hater.
@@teezee1000 99% of big men are forced to play in the post when they are young. That’s why 99% of them don’t have guard skills
Whoever is his trainer needs to have teams calling him. Victor is extremely polished already
His mom is his trainer from the get go, she was a basketball player, and now his sister plays on the u16 france team.
Euro players in general are more fundamentally ready to play than US kids.
Never has tanking the season (at least since LBJ) made as much sense as this next season.
Victor bayama does not need a nickname his last name is good enough LOL
Sounds good
Its sad that you're still pretending to be him
@@Mr.Jones_ It's not his channel. Victor flat out denied owning a youtube channel in an ig story 2 months ago
But is he a different animal and the same beast?
What the f*** does that mean, revolyttitehT?
@@Hitorio Thank you
@@revolyttitehT You're welcome.
One thing I really look forward to is the 2024 Olympics; him and Rudy Gobert vs the U.S.!!
Potential All-Timer, at least if he hits his ceiling
For sure he has a chance to change the NBA if he stays healthy
Something tells me touching ceilings isnt that tough for him. The only worry is that he lands on someones shoe and splits in half.
Its all about what his floor gonna be, just look at luka
If you look at both Luka Doncic and this kid, both are remarkably mature and balanced at a very young age. I think this says something about the EURO league scene as regards developing talent. They have a better atmosphere over there in some respects.
I'm very measured when I react to things, if you call me out my name I'm going to think 🤔 before I react, I've seen all the hype around players like ZION and Ben Simmons among others, this young man is next level and that's an understatement. If 2 things go right then we are looking at a top 20 player of all-time... HEALTH and team aspirations. If Victor stays healthy and gets a cohesive coach, GM and Owner then he could be a more polished version of Giannis blended with Steph Curry, that's what I see.
Nobody cares. Imagine trying to credit yourself in a UA-cam comment lmfao. I also have never gotten a prediction wrong and they write books about my perfect predictions.
@@versacetudo9243 How about you stop putting people down and provide your own analysis of Victor
@@Allen.Fepuleai aw little soft girl gets upset over UA-cam comments :( aw cry a river little B
He runs down the court looking like Ralph Sampson with a little bit of Kareem
Just needs a little push to gain similar muscle mass as Giannis. He already has the demigod frame, the handles and a flawless jumpshot. All the best Victor!
If Victor gains 20-30 pounds, 65-75 games at least a year he may end up being the goat. Imagine Giannis mixed with KD at 7 FOOT 4!!!! If he builds muscle enough to stay durable and maintain his skillset this will be HIS league in the next 5 years.
Ceiling he could be a top 5 player in the league currently and potentially top 10 all time
Top1
That kid better hold onto that ball he signed, it’s going to be worth 💰
Hopefully he can stay healthy guys thst y’all always get injured easier
Ngl not just saying this there is legit no ceiling
😂😂😂
1:03 With more confidence that could have been a free throw line dunk.
He’s what Bo Cruz was supposed to be
Realizing the potential is not enough. Does he have the heart and mentality to be the best?
Have you seen him play? That confidence right there can only come from the heart and great mentality.
yes
Let's go Lakers
The commissioner if you read this take note cheat if you have to make sure victor goes to either the Celtics or the Lakers and he will be bigger than ever
His floor, if healthy, is nba all star every year of his career. His ceiling is possible top player almost every year of his career
His ceiling is at least top 10 of all time.
You people need to get a grip. He hasn't played one game yet. Calm down and wait to see what happens.
@@fukyofeelings4234 name one player that can guard him without having to foul
@@fukyofeelings4234 If you can’t see that this guy has greatness written all over him if he’s healthy then you just don’t know ball man a toddler can see that this guy is an absolute freak of nature
dude in the middle kinda looks like xavier mcdaniels 😅
Those bottom 10 teams are all going to give their top 3 scorers season long suspensions/vacations. Adam Silver is going to be monitoring the tanking.
Bol bol is similar to Victor
It's a possibility the Knicks can get that guy
Wow,Baker Mayfield got a new job!!
As a Panthers fan, I wish😂 Could very well be his job after he gets annihilated by the 49ers this weekend
@@ballinhunter12 yeah I hadn't looked at the games this weekend,I didnt know he had the 49ers,and bosa hates him so this should be a horror show for baker
@@lagosfury5142 Yep hopefully it's enough to get him and Rhule fired😂
@@ballinhunter12 lol
his ceiling must be 20 ft tall.
His ceiling is the roof
His ceiling is the sun
@@NATUREBOYP in another galaxy
@@SupremeBeing33 his ceiling is the dome we live in
His ceiling is the light horizon.
@@Gofroze still too low
Wenby played a lot better in these two games than he has in europe. Must be the bigger court/more space and younger opponents…
Or he just has something to prove..he said “this is the biggest game of my life” before his first game the other day
The NBA is easier to score for high level players so that makes sense. Luka and Giannis have both spoke about this.
@@Gofroze Nah it’s the bigger court, no 3sec violation and 48min games vs only 40min in Euroleague. These 3 things is the reason why it’s easier to score and have better stats in USA/NBA. But it’s also harder to defend and he still had 5 and 4 blocks, this kid is crazy man, it’s already extre impressive to see AD, Giannis or Robert Williams block 3pts shots but Vic seems like he can do it everygame, i think he will be a game changer on defense, like AD on steroids.
The Boston Celtics either Boston or the Lakers that's where he should be
To see how PREPARED Victor is, its time for North American highschool players consider going 'pro' much earlier
KD and Giannis had a baby, and they named him Victor...
his hype surpasses Zion cause everyone knew Zion's Weight was going to hinder his career now the lebron hype its pretty close cause lebron had people going crazy in high school
His hype surpasses Zion because he is better and his ceilling way higher. Zion was only impressive as a scorer, and even as a scorer he was 1 dimensional, scoring 95% of his pts at the rim and he was a liability on defense with no stamina and at only 6´6 he didn’t have the lenght to recover and block shot.
But Vic only weakness is playmaking, and he isn’t even that bad. The kid can score on all 3 level, at the rim, from midrange, 3pts line and FT line, he has great footwork, postmoves, turnaround fadeaway, catch and shoot, off the dribbles, catching lob and alley oop i see no weakness as a scorer, and as a defender he could be the best rim protector of all time and at the same time he can block 3pts shot, he could easily be the best defender ever, easily, and i’ve seen him make some crazy steals with his 8 foot wingspan ive never seen anything like it.
So on defense he could be a 5 inches taller AD, and on offense he could be a 5 inches taller KD, that’s his ceilling. Lebron and KD were the most talented players ever but i think Victor is more talented, not better, but more talented, offensively Lebron was maybe a bit better because of his playmaking but Victor defense is what make him so good players are literally scared to shoot even when he is 10 ft far from them lol, this is crazy man
@@Anthonydu01630 very true. but believe when i say those injuries was predicted . as far as hype its going to be fun to watch for sure
His numbers in EuroLeague are not impressive although they are really good for an 18 years old...however and for comparison, Luka at 17 was Euroleague MVP and won the EuroLeague...he is far from Luka level for now at least
He still growing
Welp, lol. Rookie year surpassed Lukas
The only “red flag” I heard was he’s never lifted a weight. At his length and age, not taking advantage of his hormones right now to build his lower body resiliency can be a mistake. Scoot did it right gained 20lbs of beast on his frame at 17/18. The hormones at those ages are like steroids huge advantage to life early. I’d definitely add strength training minimum once a week to Vics legs this kids dope can’t wait to see them both in the league!
Kevin Durant didnt lift weighs, if he do like dynamic yoga and core work, he will be ok
I agree. Kareem always emphasized flexibility and balance.
He will be in Texas one way or another 😂
I just hope he don't get hurt.
These people are in love with this kid. It's a bit disturbing. Lol
did you see him play?
When Wilt Chamberlain started out he was skinny as this guy
I think these so-called professional/Talking Heads are taking things way too far. First off he’s an 18-year-old playing against other 18-year-olds. That’s not the NBA. Secondly you do the same things they said about Chet Halgrim, Kristof Porzingis, Bol Bol, Tacko fall (joking), Asju Deng (Center from Connecticut years ago), Robert swift, Swin Nader, Brad Sellers etc.
I’m not sold on any big man plays like a guard! Primarily because their bodies aren’t built for dancing around With the ball in the perimeter, quick explosive movement in two or three dribbles 25 feet or more from the basket or even react into quick pull up jump shots.
Every big man he’s ever played like a guard has dealt with injuries knees ankles hips lower back and it’s an example of all those players I mentioned previously. Ralph Sampson three time college player of the year number one pick in the draft. Wanted to be more than just a Center proved it tore his knee up within a year never recovered from it. Porziņģis has knee issues, Chet breaks his foot on a routine play, deMarcus Cousins became a big man dancing around talk with me Achilles tendon and he’s limited now to a locker room guy and practice player. Bol bol can’t even stay on a team and he has more ability.
None of these dudes compared him to Giannis who’s probably the most agile big man playing today right behind him I would put Ben Simmons in the next spot.
I just see it coming there’s no more centers everybody wants to be Steph Curry or Michael Jordan or LeBron in the center position is died with Tim Duncan. Although I do like the league MVP in Denver he’s a good combination of inside outside where he gets most of his points from the high post and lower.
Go Spurs get Wham bang thank you ma'am
People of America. This brudda needa cheeseburger.
The only problem his longevity and his health yes 1000% hes gonna be Superstar the question for how long?
The Skills are there however the luck will be in his side?
All we can do is hope
jeff borzello not bad..wasnt familiar with his game
Are you guys saying it’s ok for teams to cheat the public?
Peoples is crazy. The kid is good but wait untill he plays grown men. Difrent intensity and level. They putting too much pressure on him. Hall of fame? Stop it.
he did, what you think g league players are?
"Grown men"
But he nobody has been this tall with his offensive game. He is a cheat code if he’s healthy lmfao
He plays in the first division league in France against grown men. Of course its not at the level of the NBA, but its definetly tougher than college. People said the same about Doncic and here we are.
He plays professional basketball and played the Euroleague last year against very tough defenses and crazy crowds of the best european teams. Dude, he just put 37 and 37. He's ready for the NBA.
He will be called “Thor” you heard it first!!!!!
Sacramento, Detroit,Orlando or rockets have the highest chance.
His Body type, is in the Greg Oden, Zion, Ralph Sampson, Grant Hill, Tracy McGrady durability category
Don't forget Brad Daugherty, Yao Ming, Bill Walton...
Body type like Zion? Doesn't make sense.
No it's not
@@djdrawing5847 Derrick rose ..😂 y’all weird ahh niggas just naming ppl that got hurt
@@djdrawing5847 Reading and comprehension isn't everyone's strong suit bro.
Okay man stop over hyping the guy he's not even playing.. relax
His nick name is wembamonya lol 😆 😂 🤣
Lets go.
Too much talking
Listening to these three clowns I actually feel dumber….this whole sports talking head thing has been dead for ten years….great job Dino media, way to change with the times..😂
He’s gonna be the biggest bust in recent years, since Anthony Bennett might be the biggest bust of all-time. Too tall
haha remember you said this brooo. too tall in bball ain't a thang, he's got the build and the coordination
🤣🤣🤣🤣