The nationally televised spectacle in San Antonio on Thursday evening has left many people speechless this Friday morning. The world witnessed the epic matchup between Giannis Antetokounmpo and Victor Wembanyama, a showdown I’d prefer to discuss with as “The Battle between the Greek Freak and the French Freak.”
The Greek Freak vs. The French Freak
The primary matchup between Giannis Antetokounmpo and Victor Wembanyama was unbelievable…with this sequence being one of many many moments that’ll keep on with me. Unreal. pic.twitter.com/8dEfguRXdK
— Kevin O’Connor (@KevinOConnorNBA) January 5, 2024
Credit score goes to Kevin O’Connor for coining Vic because the “French Freak”. It’s becoming as a result of what the Frenchman does nightly is out of this world.
Wemby is evolving right into a power on the courtroom, showcasing a fierce aggressive nature. Following Thursday’s sport, when requested about his aggressive spirit in gentle of Thursday’s announcement concerning the Rookie of the Month award going to Chet Holmgren (once more) and the All-Star voting outcomes, Wemby claimed that
Victor has a serious chip on his shoulder, exuding an inside Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant vitality, which I personally love. It was evident on Thursday evening when the rookie ignored Giannis following the ultimate whistle.
Our younger expertise is maturing quickly together with his development as a participant extending past his competitiveness; he’s displaying spectacular management for somebody his age. Following Tre Jones’ missed game-tying nook three, Victor rushed over to cheer him up.
Prepare, NBA. The approaching decade is about to be owned by the French Freak, poised to turn into the face of the league, on and off the courtroom.
Earlier than Wembanyama’s unimaginable block on Giannis within the closing minutes, the two-time MVP managed to outmaneuver Wemby with a physique drive, scoring an and-one layup.
This makes the following block much more spectacular, showcasing the rookie’s capacity to be taught from the Greek Freak’s prior strikes and counter with a tremendous defensive play.
Additionally, the picture capturing the block is totally unimaginable.
This clip demonstrates Victor’s distinctive off-ball motion, the place he beats Giannis for a straightforward dunk.
Rob understands the sentiment of Spurs followers, recognizing that it gained’t be the final time a Spur misses an opportunity to feed Wemby for a straightforward dunk.
Wembanyama’s actions off the courtroom replicate his character as a winner. He made a particular gesture for a fan, making a second they’ll cherish endlessly.
@Wemby thanks for the tickets and I’ll always remember tonight
Messaged me personally and despatched me tickets to among the best video games the NBA has seen this yr and I loved each single second. As a diehard Spurs fan I’m Past grateful.
The 5 hour drive was effectively value it pic.twitter.com/9LUTPqKqDI
— (@brayknowball) January 5, 2024
These numbers are backing up Wemby’s defensive dominance within the paint.
Wemby’s 96 blocks in 30 video games:
87 on dunk/layup/hook/floater makes an attempt inside6 on 3PT shot makes an attempt (1 of these tonight)3 on 2PT leap shot makes an attempt
— Paul Garcia (@PaulGarciaNBA) January 5, 2024
Ought to the Spurs take into account a 10-day contract for him? His skills would possibly fulfill the Spurs’ current seek for sharpshooters.
Lastly, Spurs followers have cause to be optimistic concerning the remaining January schedule. Favorable matchups might result in extra wins.
