7’4” Victor Wembanyama channeling inner Kanye West ahead of NBA game has fans in splits

7’4” Victor Wembanyama channeling inner Kanye West ahead of NBA game has fans in splits

Victor Wembanyama dressed up in the all-black outfit pre-game (Image via SI)

In the NBA’s vibrant scene, where style often dances hand in hand with skill, San Antonio Spurs’ superstar rookie Victor Wembanyama has taken the fashion game up a notch. Stepping into Monday’s game against the Toronto Raptors, Wembanyama’s all-black getup, topped with a face mask and sunglasses, sparked immediate Kanye West vibes among fans and onlookers alike.

Standing tall at 7-foot-4, Wemby is not only making an impact with his incredible agility and stature on the court but also turning heads off it with his distinctive style picks. He was also seen dressed up as Slenderman earlier on Halloween last year.

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Amid playful remarks on his pregame fashion, Wembanyama’s gameplay against the Toronto Raptors was nothing less than historic. Notching his second triple-double, including 27 points, 14 rebounds and a career-best 10 blocks, the rookie swiftly redirected the spotlight from his outfit to his undeniable skill on the court.

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Victor Wembanyama’s incredible triple-double ultimately led the San Antonio Spurs to a 122-99 victory over the Raptors, snapping a seven-game losing streak. Wemby’s contributions were across the board, including five assists and two steals, highlighting the victory.

Fans react to Wemby’s ‘Ye’ era

Fans expected Wemby to go off after donning the Kanye-like fit pre-game, and off he did go. The speculation didn’t end at his basketball prowess; discussions flourished around Kanye possibly being his favorite artist, or at the very least, Wembanyama indulging in a heavy rotation of Kanye West‘s music lately.

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Victor Wembanyama was on fire against the Toronto Raptors (Open Source)

The internet’s take on Wembanyama’s pregame style was a mix of amusement and respect. Some of the comments included:

https://twitter.com/NotJimPaschke/status/1757280492863275281
https://twitter.com/fadde/status/1757209824235077634
https://twitter.com/fadde/status/1757209751455399963

As Wembanyama continues to carve his path in the NBA, his unique mix of fashion flair and formidable on-court presence promises to keep fans eagerly anticipating his next appearance, both on the hardwood and in the fashion spotlight.

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