“Vastly ahead of where LeBron was” – Victor Wembanyama gets another STUNNING LeBron James comparison, as analyst backs rookie to become All-Star this season

Victor Wembanyama is set to make his NBA debut with the San Antonio Spurs in a game against the Dallas Mavericks.

“Vastly ahead of where LeBron was” – Victor Wembanyama gets another STUNNING LeBron James comparison, as analyst backs rookie to become All-Star this season

Lebron James (L) and Victor Wembanyama (R) (image via ESPN and CBS)

NBA insider Brian Windhorst has sparked intense debate by declaring 19-year-old San Antonio Spurs rookie Victor Wembanyama as more skilled than LeBron James was at the same age. Wembanyama’s remarkable skills have been emphasized by Windhorst, who is well-known for his extensive knowledge of James’ career.

What sets Wembanyama apart, though, is not just his amazing height but also his incredible agility, fluid movements, skillful ball handling, and superb shooting. Windhorst highlights the exceptional quality of Wembanyama’s abilities by making comparisons between him and James from his early Cleveland Cavaliers days.

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Windhorst said:

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[Victor Wembanyama's] skill level is VASTLY advanced to where LeBron's was at the same age.

Wembanyama’s abilities to block shots, grab rebounds, and maintain a dominant presence close to the basket are expected of a player of his caliber. Basketball analysts are amazed by his precision in shooting, defying his size with agility, mimicking the smooth motions of much smaller players, and handling the ball with guard-like finesse.

Basketball fans are excited by the possibility of seeing such a special skill in action, and this evaluation has sparked intense conversations among them. With a statement that echoes the euphoria around James’ NBA debut, Windhorst—who has covered James’ career extensively—has positioned Wembanyama as a player with great promise.

Pre-Game advice from Luka Doncic to Victor Wembanyama

Before Victor Wembanyama’s much-awaited first NBA game as a member of the San Antonio Spurs against the Dallas Mavericks, Mavericks star player Luka Doncic gave the rookie superstar some very important advice.

Doncic noted the unmatched excitement around Wembanyama’s league debut, even if he is no stranger to the spotlight. Doncic made it clear that he was significantly more excited about Wembanyama’s debut than he was about his own, even when comparing the two rookie seasons.

Luka Doncic and Victor Wembanyama (Credits: Sports Illustrated)

Doncic emphasized to Wembanyama the importance of having fun with the game regardless of outside influences. Doncic emphasized the value of this attitude and urged the young player to keep having fun, especially in light of the high expectations that are put on growing talents. Wembanyama’s outstanding skill set was further praised by Doncic, who expressed amazement at the 7-foot-4 player’s remarkable combination of shot-blocking ability, ball-handling elegance, and shooting precision.

But because of a minor calf issue, there’s still some doubt regarding Doncic’s involvement in the match. Doncic indicated hope in spite of this, suggesting a possible comeback, after practicing on a daily basis. The Mavericks and Spurs game, which will feature Doncic’s experienced Mavericks and Wembanyama’s much-awaited Spurs debut, is sure to be an exciting Southwest Division contest regardless of Doncic’s availability.

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