‘Positionless’ Victor Wembanyama will battle Kevin Durant and LeBron James next season, claims Patrick Beverley

Patrick Beverley boldly claims that Victor Wembanyama will join the ranks of LeBron James and Kevin Durant next season.

‘Positionless’ Victor Wembanyama will battle Kevin Durant and LeBron James next season, claims Patrick Beverley

LeBron James, Victor Wembanyama and Kevin Durant

Victor Wembanyama had one of the most memorable rookie seasons ever proving why he was highly rated before he traded his native country for the NBA. Now he is about to start his second season with the San Antonio Spurs, and the hype has only intensified. 

Hyping him is former NBA player, Patrick Beverley, who believes that the 2024 NBA Rookie of the Year has what it takes to be the best player in the league. He went as far as placing him on the same pedestal as legends, LeBron James and Kevin Durant. 

You can’t even put him in comparison with other people. He is the best player in the NBA next year. He’s a center who shoots 3’s and dribbles the ball… He’s positionless. It’s him, Kevin Durant, and LeBron James in that category.
Patrick Beverley on the Pat Bev show

These are bold comments from Pat Bev regarding Victor Wembanyama, given he is miles away from players like Nikola Jokic, Giannis Antetokounmpo, or Joel Embiid. However, last season his numbers proved that he is on the right track. Moreover, the addition of veteran Chris Paul would only make him more effective. 

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Last season he averaged 21.4 points, 10.6 rebounds, and 3.6 blocks per game on 46.5% shooting for a San Antonio Spurs side that struggled for the best part of last season. Also, his Olympic form shows that he would return with a bang as the Spurs kick-off the season with a tough match on the road game against the Dallas Mavericks. 

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DeMar DeRozan optimistic about Victor Wembanyama’s sophomore season 

Besides Pat Bev, other stars have begun to take notice of the force that Wemby is. DeMar DeRozan joined the list of admirers for the French sensation. In a recent interview, he went on to note Wemby’s discipline and the guidance he will receive.

DeRozan has firsthand knowledge of how Coach Greg Popvich operates as he once served under his tutelage. As such, he knows how well Wemby will grow as a player even though he’s with a team that won’t battle for the championship just yet. 

I don't think he could've went to a better place, a better situation. First of all, from everything I hear, Wemby is already a hell of a kid. So the discipline, the hunger, the drive, the motivation - he already has. Being underneath the tutelage of a Pop.
DeMar DeRozan on Podcast P

There is a strong possibility that Wemby will one day be the best player in the league and win championships, but expectations should be tampered a bit so he doesn’t drown in the pressure. However, one thing is certain, the Alien has the potential to surpass the great LeBron James and Kevin Durant. 

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