Victor Wembanyama

French basketball player, NBA rookie

Victor Wembanyama - French basketball player, NBA rookie
Born

January 4th, 2004
21 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

France

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A professional basketball player, played for the San Antonio Spurs in the NBA. Achieved international recognition during performance in the 2021 FIBA U19 World Cup, helping France secure a silver medal. Established a reputation for exceptional height and skill, being touted as a generational talent in basketball.

Playing for the San Antonio Spurs

Winning a silver medal at the 2021 FIBA U19 World Cup

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