With the first pick in the 2023 NBA Draft, the San Antonio Spurs selected Victor Wimpanyama.
Victor Wimpanyama is considered one of the greatest prospects of all time
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There were no surprises at the top of the draft as Wimpanyama went first in the NBA draft.
The 19-year-old French phenom is considered a talent for generations. Wembanyama has been described as one of the greatest and best prospects since LeBron James.
At 7-foot-3, Wimpanyama is a true rhinoceros. He can defend the edge like a big man, shoot the three like a winger, and dribble like he’s playing guard.
Wimpanyama led all French LNB Pro A players in points (21.6), rebounds (10.4), and blocks (3.1) per game. Wembanyama was named league MVP.
Victor Wimpanyama heads to San Antonio
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Wimpanyama heads to San Antonio to play Tottenham. Wembanyama becomes the third number one pick in franchise history. The previous two were Hall of Famers David Robinson and Tim Duncan.
Wimpanyama joins the Tottenham team amid rebuilding. The Spurs finished the season 22-60, their worst record since 1988-89.
Wimpanyama (-180) is a firm favourite betonline To win the Rookie of the Year award.