Draymond Green explains why everyone in the NBA is scared about Victor Wembanyama
Photo by Soobum Im/Getty Images The San Antonio Spurs secured their place in the Western Conference semi-finals on Tuesday after a 114-95 win over the Portland Trail Blazers. The French star recorded a double-double and added six blocks, underlining his growing dominance. His impact on both ends of the floor continues to turn heads across the league.
In that context, Draymond Green has now weighed in on Wembanyama’s level. The Golden State Warriors forward explained why so many around the NBA are reacting with amazement to the Spurs’ talent. Draymond Green says Victor Wembanyama is already playing like a ‘seasoned vet’ Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images On The Draymond Green Show, the 36-year-old highlighted how quickly the Spurs star is developing across multiple areas.
The Warriors legend stated: “Quite honestly, Wemby is unreal. He’s starting to move more and more fluidly. He’s starting to understand the game at a higher and higher level on both sides of the ball.
What he does defensively, matched by his gravity on the offensive end, you know, it’s unbelievable. ” Green went further by insisting Wembanyama is not playing like someone new to playoff basketball. He believes that contrast is what makes the situation so concerning for rivals.
“I think everybody’s speaking on their youth, but he’s not playing like a rookie. I mean, excuse me, a rookie in the playoffs. He’s not playing like this is his first time in the playoffs.