“Shut up about him being skinny” – NBA World in shock as Victor Wembanyama SWATS Giannis Antetokoumpo in intense matchup

Victor Wembanyama with a listed height of 7 feet 4 inches (2.24 metres), is tied with Boban Marjanović as the tallest active NBA player.

“Shut up about him being skinny” – NBA World in shock as Victor Wembanyama SWATS Giannis Antetokoumpo in intense matchup

Giannis Antetokoumpo (Left) and Victor Wembanyama (Right) (via Open Source/X)

In an NBA showdown at the Frost Bank Center, Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs faced off against the Milwaukee Bucks in an East versus West clash. This game stood out, with both teams eagerly seeking to return to winning ways. The final score tipped in favor of the Bucks, concluding the intense battle with a 125-121 victory.

Giannis Antetokounmpo concluded the game with an impressive performance, recording 44 points, 14 rebounds, and seven assists for the Milwaukee Bucks. He received valuable support from Damian Lillard, who contributed 25 points, four rebounds, and ten assists. On the Spurs’ side, Devin Vassell showcased his skills with 34 points, six rebounds, and four assists, while Wemby posted 27 points, nine rebounds, and one assist.

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Measured at 7 feet 3 inches (2.22 m) barefoot, with an estimated 8-foot (240 cm) wingspan, Wembanyama entered the NBA as one of the league’s tallest players. His thin frame and lack of strength have been labelled as weaknesses and encourage opponents to use a physical style of play against him. This was not the case against the Bucks as he pulled a massive block on Giannis during an intense closing period of the fourth quarter.

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In spite of the Spurs’ defeat, Wembanyama took center stage once more. It was the initial clash on the court between two major NBA figures.

Fans react to Wembanyama’s game against Giannis Antetokounmpo

In a thrilling 125-121 victory for the Bucks over the Spurs, rookie Victor Wembanyama showcased his skills with a massive block on Giannis Antetokounmpo. One notable highlight unfolded in the fourth quarter, specifically with less than 30 seconds on the clock and the scores at 124-121. As the tension peaked, Giannis aggressively charged at the rim, prompting Wembanyama to skillfully challenge Antetokounmpo’s slam dunk and successfully swat the ball away.

Victor Wembanyama entered the league with a lot of hype
Victor Wembanyama entered the league with a lot of hype (Image via Twitter)

The rookie’s standout play set social media ablaze, specifically X (formerly known as Twitter), with fans and viewers eagerly sharing their thoughts in the form of tweets.

In his NBA rookie season, Wemby averages 19.2 points, 10.1 rebounds, and 2.8 assists per game, while Giannis outshines with averages of 31.1 points, 11.4 rebounds, and 5.8 assists per game.

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