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VICTOR WEMBANYAMA

San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama (1) reacts to a score against the Orlando Magic during the first half of a preseason NBA basketball game in San Antonio, Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2024. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)

Victor Wembanyama lived up to all the hype as an NBA rookie. In Year 2, the Spurs star wants more

Read full article: Victor Wembanyama lived up to all the hype as an NBA rookie. In Year 2, the Spurs star wants more

Here are some of the awards that Victor Wembanyama received over the last 12 months: the NBA rookie of the year trophy, a spot on the All-Rookie team, a first-team All-Defense selection, three rookie of the month awards and most recently an Olympic silver medal.

San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama (1) drives up against Miami Heat guard Alec Burks (18) during the first half of an NBA preseason basketball game, Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2024, in Miami. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)

It may be a golden age for France in the NBA. And not just because of Victor Wembanyama

Read full article: It may be a golden age for France in the NBA. And not just because of Victor Wembanyama

The reigning NBA rookie of the year. The reigning NBA defensive player of the year. The No. 1, No. 2 and No. 6 overall picks in this year’s NBA draft. They all have something in common. They're French.

San Antonio Spurs player Victor Wembanyama (1) poses for photos during the NBA basketball team's media day, Monday, Sept. 30, 2024, in San Antonio. (AP Photo/Darren Abate)

Spurs lock in Wembanyama, Sochan, Wesley, Branham for 2025-26 season

Read full article: Spurs lock in Wembanyama, Sochan, Wesley, Branham for 2025-26 season

The Spurs locked in their French-born centerpiece and key role players on Friday by exercising their team option on Victor Wembanyama, Jeremy Sochan, Malaki Branham and Blake Wesley.

San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama (1) shoots during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Dallas Mavericks in Dallas, Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2024. (AP Photo/LM Otero)

Victor Wembanyama sues man for using his name, likeness without permission on clothing, lawsuit says

Read full article: Victor Wembanyama sues man for using his name, likeness without permission on clothing, lawsuit says

San Antonio Spurs player and reigning NBA rookie of the year Victor Wembanyama is suing a Texas man for using his name and likeness for commercial gain without permission, according to a lawsuit.

SAN ANTONIO, TX - OCTOBER 07: Keldon Johnson #0 of the San Antonio Spurs drives on Chet Holmgren #7 of the Oklahoma City Thunder in the first half of a preseason game at Frost Bank Center on October 7, 2024 in San Antonio, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ronald Cortes/Getty Images)

San Antonio Spurs fall to OKC Thunder 112-107 in preseason opener

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The San Antonio Spurs opened their preseason schedule against the Oklahoma City Thunder at the Frost Bank Center.

FILE - San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama (1) shoots in front of Memphis Grizzlies forward GG Jackson (45) in the first half of an NBA basketball game Tuesday, April 9, 2024, in Memphis, Tenn. Wembanyama has been named NBA Rookie of the Year after a record-setting season. (AP Photo/Brandon Dill, File)

Celebrate the start of the Spurs 2024-25 season with exciting giveaways

Read full article: Celebrate the start of the Spurs 2024-25 season with exciting giveaways

The San Antonio Spurs are inviting fans to get ready for a new season by participating in a weeklong celebration of fun, food, and a chance to score free tickets to a game.

Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) looks for the basket between San Antonio Spurs forward Jeremy Sochan (10) and center Victor Wembanyama (1) during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Friday, March, 15, 2024, in Austin, Texas. (AP Photo/Stephen Spillman)

The top 10 San Antonio Spurs games to watch during the 2024-25 NBA season

Read full article: The top 10 San Antonio Spurs games to watch during the 2024-25 NBA season

A preview for every one of San Antonio's 82-game regular season schedule seemed like a lot, so here are 10 games to watch instead.

United States' Jayson Tatum (10) knocks the ball from Victor Wembanyama (32), of France during a men's gold medal basketball game at Bercy Arena at the 2024 Summer Olympics, Saturday, Aug. 10, 2024, in Paris, France. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)

NBA schedule released. Among highlights: Celtics-Knicks on ring night, Durant going back to school

Read full article: NBA schedule released. Among highlights: Celtics-Knicks on ring night, Durant going back to school

Boston will get its championship rings on Oct. 22, and the rival New York Knicks will be there for the celebration.

Victor Wembanyama (32), of France reacts during a men's gold medal basketball game at Bercy Arena at the 2024 Summer Olympics, Saturday, Aug. 10, 2024, in Paris, France. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)

3-point barrage carries Team USA onto gold medal stand in victory over Victor Wembanyama, France

Read full article: 3-point barrage carries Team USA onto gold medal stand in victory over Victor Wembanyama, France

At least one NBA player will return to the United States with a gold medal in their hands. It just won’t be San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama.

United States' Kevin Durant (7), LeBron James (6) and Steph Curry (4) celebrate after beating Serbia during a men's semifinals basketball game at Bercy Arena at the 2024 Summer Olympics, Thursday, Aug. 8, 2024, in Paris, France. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)

2024 Olympics schedule Aug. 10: Steph Curry leads US men in gold medal game against Wemby and France

Read full article: 2024 Olympics schedule Aug. 10: Steph Curry leads US men in gold medal game against Wemby and France

The United States men’s basketball team is seeking a thrilling finish to its Paris Olympics run when it plays France in a gold-medal showdown.

Utah Jazz forward Taylor Hendricks, right, guards San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama (1) during the first half of an NBA basketball game Wednesday, March 27, 2024, in Salt Lake City. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer)

Victor Wembanyama, Spurs will reportedly make return to NBA Christmas Day schedule

Read full article: Victor Wembanyama, Spurs will reportedly make return to NBA Christmas Day schedule

If a Thursday report from a reliable NBA reporter is to be believed, the Spurs will play during the NBA's premier regular-season showcase.

Team France celebrates after beating Germany during a men's semifinals basketball game at Bercy Arena at the 2024 Summer Olympics, Thursday, Aug. 8, 2024, in Paris, France. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)

Wembanyama, France beat Germany 73-69 to advance to Olympic men’s basketball gold medal game

Read full article: Wembanyama, France beat Germany 73-69 to advance to Olympic men’s basketball gold medal game

Guerschon Yabusele scored 17 points and France beat Germany 73-69 to advance to the men’s Olympic basketball gold medal game.

Victor Wembanyama, of France, shoots over Daniel Theis, of Germany, in a men's basketball game at the 2024 Summer Olympics, Friday, Aug. 2, 2024, in Villeneuve-d'Ascq, France. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)

Germany’s second-quarter haymakers too much for Wembanyama, France to overcome

Read full article: Germany’s second-quarter haymakers too much for Wembanyama, France to overcome

France had no answer for German point guard Dennis Schröder or power forward Franz Wagner on Friday. Both players combined for 52 points in Germany’s 85-71 win over France.

France's Victor Wembanyama claps as he leaves the court after France defeated Japan in a men's basketball game at the 2024 Summer Olympics, Tuesday, July 30, 2024, in Villeneuve-d'Ascq, France. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)

Adam Silver says NBA and FIBA are having ‘much more serious’ talks about growth in Europe

Read full article: Adam Silver says NBA and FIBA are having ‘much more serious’ talks about growth in Europe

The NBA is ramping up talks with FIBA, basketball's global governing body, on how to best increase its competitive footprint in Europe either through an annual tournament or an NBA-operated league, according to Commissioner Adam Silver.

France's Victor Wembanyama, center, shoots as Japan's Rui Hachimura, right, defends in a men's basketball game at the 2024 Summer Olympics, Tuesday, July 30, 2024, in Villeneuve-d'Ascq, France. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)

Wembanyama takes over in OT, helps France escape a serious challenge from Japan at the Paris Games

Read full article: Wembanyama takes over in OT, helps France escape a serious challenge from Japan at the Paris Games

The first three minutes were easy for Victor Wembanyama on Tuesday. So were the last five minutes. Everything else was a grind.

Victor Wembanyama, of France, shoots over Gui Santos, of Brazil, in a men's basketball game at the 2024 Summer Olympics, Saturday, July 27, 2024 in Villeneuve-d'Ascq, France. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)

Victor Wembanyama stands tall in France’s opening Olympics match win over Brazil

Read full article: Victor Wembanyama stands tall in France’s opening Olympics match win over Brazil

The world’s biggest stage, and the pressure of playing Olympic basketball in his home country, didn’t seem to bother Victor Wembanyama much.

Coco Gauff of the U.S. attends a practice session ahead of the tennis competition, at the 2024 Summer Olympics, Thursday, July 25, 2024, in Paris, France. (AP Photo/Manu Fernandez)

What to watch for the 2024 Paris Olympics: Rugby gold at stake, Gauff makes debut Saturday, July 27

Read full article: What to watch for the 2024 Paris Olympics: Rugby gold at stake, Gauff makes debut Saturday, July 27

The opening ceremony for the 2024 Paris Olympics is over, and the competition is really going to rev up on Saturday all across France.

FILE - France's Victor Wembanyama defends during the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023 European Qualifiers match between France and Bosnia Herzegovina in Pau, southwestern France, Monday, Nov. 14, 2022. (AP Photo/Bob Edme, File)

France’s Wembanyama and Gobert embracing ‘seclusion’ of starting basketball tourney outside of Paris

Read full article: France’s Wembanyama and Gobert embracing ‘seclusion’ of starting basketball tourney outside of Paris

France’s hopes of leaving the Paris Olympics with a men’s basketball gold medal primarily rest on the shoulders of its tallest players.

FILE - San Antonio Spurs' Victor Wembanyama, the No. 1 draft pick, greets fans before an NBA basketball press conference, Saturday, June 24, 2023, at the AT&T Center in San Antonio. (AP Photo/Darren Abate, File)

Spurs’ Wembanyama returns home for Olympics. The basketball star will be one of Paris’ biggest attractions

Read full article: Spurs’ Wembanyama returns home for Olympics. The basketball star will be one of Paris’ biggest attractions

Athletes have a hard time standing out in a Paris cultural sphere driven largely by food, fashion and the arts.

France's basketball player Victor Wembanyama, who plays for the NBA San Antonio Spurs, smiles while speaking during media day at the French National Institute of Sport and Physical Education, in Vincennes, outside Paris, Thursday, June 27, 2024. (AP Photo/Thibault Camus)

Victor Wembanyama 'can't wait' for a France-USA showdown at the Paris Olympics

Read full article: Victor Wembanyama 'can't wait' for a France-USA showdown at the Paris Olympics

Victor Wembanyama plays against the top names in the game with the San Antonio Spurs in the NBA.

Zaccharie Risacher, right, poses for a photo with NBA commissioner Adam Silver after being selected as the first overall pick by the Atlanta Hawks in the first round of the NBA basketball draft, Wednesday, June 26, 2024, in New York. (AP Photo/Julia Nikhinson)

Vive la France! Hawks make Zaccharie Risacher second straight Frenchman taken No. 1 in NBA draft

Read full article: Vive la France! Hawks make Zaccharie Risacher second straight Frenchman taken No. 1 in NBA draft

The Atlanta Hawks took Zaccharie Risacher with the No. 1 pick in the NBA draft on Wednesday night, the second straight year a player from France was the first player selected.

France's Alexandre Sarr of the Wildcats takes a free throw against the Cairns Taipans during a basketball game in Perth, Australia, Saturday, Feb. 10, 2024. This year's NBA draft may be one of the weakest in years, with no clear-cut choice at No. 1 and an overall lack of depth. What it will likely have again this year: a French connection at the top. A year after San Antonio selected Victor Wembanyama with the No. 1 pick, fellow Frenchmen Sarr and Zaccharie Risacher could go 1-2 in the June 26 draft. (Richard Wainwright/AAP Image via AP)

NBA mock draft: Frenchmen could go 1-2 in draft, following Wembanyama’s footsteps

Read full article: NBA mock draft: Frenchmen could go 1-2 in draft, following Wembanyama’s footsteps

Players move up and down every year based on workouts and interviews in the weeks leading up to the NBA draft.

San Antonio Spurs coach Gregg Popovich, left, talks with Victor Wembanyama on the bench during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Houston Rockets Tuesday, March 5, 2024, in Houston. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

Q&A with NBA Draft analyst Jeremy Woo: San Antonio ‘holds the keys’ to how draft will play out

Read full article: Q&A with NBA Draft analyst Jeremy Woo: San Antonio ‘holds the keys’ to how draft will play out

To prepare for the world of possibilities in the draft, KSAT's Mary Rominger picked ESPN NBA Analyst Jeremy Woo’s brain in a pre-draft interview.

Zaccharie Risacher, of Bourg-en-Bresse, shoots a free throw during a Betclic Elite basketball game against Limoges in Bourg-en-Bresse, eastern France, on Oct. 31, 2023. New names will soon adorn replica NBA jerseys of French youths competing on basketball courts around Paris. Frenchmen Zaccharie Risacher, Alexandre Sarr and Tidjane Salan are among the top picks in the NBA draft, where a second straight French No. 1 pick is expected after Victor Wembanyama last year. (AP Photo, File)

With Sarr and Risacher in the mix for the No. 1 pick, NBA draft could be 'special' night for France

Read full article: With Sarr and Risacher in the mix for the No. 1 pick, NBA draft could be 'special' night for France

Alex Sarr was born in France and spent last season playing in Australia.

FILE - San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama (1) shoots in front of Memphis Grizzlies forward GG Jackson (45) in the first half of an NBA basketball game Tuesday, April 9, 2024, in Memphis, Tenn. Wembanyama has been named NBA Rookie of the Year after a record-setting season. (AP Photo/Brandon Dill, File)

ESPN report assesses fit of potential draft picks to join Victor Wembanyama

Read full article: ESPN report assesses fit of potential draft picks to join Victor Wembanyama

The San Antonio Spurs hold two top 10 selections in the upcoming NBA Draft and all eyes are on what the organization will do to help shape the roster around franchise cornerstone Victor Wembanyama.

FILE - Kentucky guard Reed Sheppard (15) looks to pass the ball as he is defended by Tennessee forward Tobe Awaka (11) during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game Saturday, March 9, 2024, in Knoxville, Tenn. Sheppard is considered to be among the top prospects in this months NBA draft. (AP Photo/Wade Payne, File)

NBA mock draft: Frenchmen go 1-2, then Sheppard and Castle follow as best of the one-and-dones

Read full article: NBA mock draft: Frenchmen go 1-2, then Sheppard and Castle follow as best of the one-and-dones

The only certainty in the NBA draft used to be a college freshman at the top of it.

FILE - Boulogne-Levallois' Victor Wembanyama celebrates after his team won 84-83 during the Betclic Elite basketball match Boulogne-Levallois against Lyon-Villeurbanne at the Marcel Cerdan stadium in Levallois, Monday, Jan. 9, 2023 outside Paris. Wembanyama is set to go No. 1 in the NBA draft to the San Antonio Spurs. (AP Photo/Michel Euler, File)

Victor Wembanyama’s old team in France to fold 1 year after his departure

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Victor Wembanyama’s former team in France, Metropolitans 92, is set to fold after going bankrupt one year after his leaving, according to French media reports.

Atlanta Hawks general manager Landry Fields, right, and NBA Deputy Commissioner Mark Tatum pose for photos after Tatum announced that the Hawks had won the first pick in the NBA draft, during the draft lottery in Chicago, Sunday, May 12, 2024. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)

Hawks win NBA lottery in year where there's no clear choice for No. 1 pick

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The Atlanta Hawks won the NBA draft lottery, landing the No. 1 pick and a potential cornerstone player in a year where there’s no clear-cut choice.

Victor Wembanyama, a projected first round 2023 NBA draft prospect, throws the ceremonial first pitch before a baseball game between the New York Yankees and the Seattle Mariners, Tuesday, June 20, 2023, in New York. (AP Photo/John Minchillo)

San Antonio Missions hop on the Victor Wembanyama train with ‘Wemby Night’

Read full article: San Antonio Missions hop on the Victor Wembanyama train with ‘Wemby Night’

As a way to celebrate Victor Wembanyama's Rookie of the Year award, the San Antonio Missions are hosting a “Wemby Night” on Wednesday, May 29 when they take on the Frisco RoughRiders.

FILE - San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama (1) shoots in front of Memphis Grizzlies forward GG Jackson (45) in the first half of an NBA basketball game Tuesday, April 9, 2024, in Memphis, Tenn. Wembanyama has been named NBA Rookie of the Year after a record-setting season. (AP Photo/Brandon Dill, File)

Victor Wembanyama finishes runner up for NBA Defensive Player of the Year award

Read full article: Victor Wembanyama finishes runner up for NBA Defensive Player of the Year award

Rudy Gobert made some history.

San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama (1) celebrates a score with guard Devonte' Graham (4) during the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Denver Nuggets in San Antonio, Friday, April 12, 2024. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)

Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama thanks ‘best fans,’ teammates and staff after being named NBA Rookie of the Year

Read full article: Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama thanks ‘best fans,’ teammates and staff after being named NBA Rookie of the Year

Just hours after being named the 2024 NBA Rookie of the Year on Monday, Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama thanked everyone from arena ushers to teammates in a heartfelt Instagram post.

FILE - San Antonio Spurs NBA basketball first round draft pick Victor Wembanyama speaks during a news conference in San Antonio, Saturday, June 24, 2023. Wembanyama has been named NBA Rookie of the Year after a record-setting season. (AP Photo/Eric Gay, File)

Spurs' Victor Wembanyama named NBA Rookie of the Year after a record-setting season

Read full article: Spurs' Victor Wembanyama named NBA Rookie of the Year after a record-setting season

Victor Wembanyama had a year like no rookie in NBA history.

San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama (1) celebrates a score with guard Devonte' Graham (4) during the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Denver Nuggets in San Antonio, Friday, April 12, 2024. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)

Wembanyama coming to Paris as San Antonio Spurs to face Indiana Pacers in two NBA games next January

Read full article: Wembanyama coming to Paris as San Antonio Spurs to face Indiana Pacers in two NBA games next January

Victor Wembanyama will return to Paris, he hopes as an Olympic champion, when the San Antonio Spurs face the Indiana Pacers in two regular-season NBA games early next year.

San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama (1) scores against the Brooklyn Nets during the second half of an NBA basketball game in Austin, Texas, Sunday, March 17, 2024. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)

Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama selected as finalist for NBA Rookie of the Year, DPOY awards

Read full article: Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama selected as finalist for NBA Rookie of the Year, DPOY awards

San Antonio Spurs phenom Victor Wembanyama became the first player in NBA history to be selected as one of three finalists for both the league’s Rookie of the Year and Defensive Player of the Year awards.

Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic warms up prior to Game 1 of an NBA basketball first-round play off game against the Los Angeles Lakers, Saturday, April 20, 2024, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)

Jokic, Gilgeous-Alexander and Doncic picked as the NBA's MVP finalists. Wemby up for 2 trophies, too

Read full article: Jokic, Gilgeous-Alexander and Doncic picked as the NBA's MVP finalists. Wemby up for 2 trophies, too

Denver's Nikola Jokic is one step closer to winning a third MVP award in the last four seasons.

San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama, center, sits on the bench with an ankle injury during the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Phoenix Suns in San Antonio, Monday, March 25, 2024. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)

Victor Wembanyama reportedly rejected a stage invite from Drake at Austin concert

Read full article: Victor Wembanyama reportedly rejected a stage invite from Drake at Austin concert

Victor Wembanyama reportedly turned down an invite to join Drake on stage during a concert last summer in Austin because his teammates could not join him.

DETROIT, MICHIGAN - FEBRUARY 10: Zach Collins #23 of the San Antonio Spurs looks on in the second half of a game against the Detroit Pistons at Little Caesars Arena on February 10, 2023 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Mike Mulholland/Getty Images)

Spurs center Zach Collins needs surgery for torn labrum but should be back for start of next season

Read full article: Spurs center Zach Collins needs surgery for torn labrum but should be back for start of next season

San Antonio Spurs center Zach Collins has a torn labrum that will require surgery but is expected to be ready for the start of next season.

San Antonio Spurs guard Devonte' Graham (4) scores the winning shot over Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray (27) during the second half of an NBA basketball game in San Antonio, Friday, April 12, 2024. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)

Devonte’ Graham and the Spurs stun the Nuggets, who fall into a three-way tie atop the West

Read full article: Devonte’ Graham and the Spurs stun the Nuggets, who fall into a three-way tie atop the West

Devonte’ Graham converted a floater in the lane with 0.9 seconds remaining, and the San Antonio Spurs handed Western Conference-leading Denver a potentially damaging loss, rallying from 23 points down to beat the Nuggets 121-120.

FILE - In this file photo dated Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2018, a Nike company logo is displayed outside a Nike store in Charlotte, N.C. Nike appears to have recovered from its pandemic slump, posting a solid quarterly profit driven by soaring online sales of its sneakers and workout apparel. The world's largest sports apparel maker on Tuesday, Sept. 22, 2020 reported a net profit of $1.5 billion profit, or 95 cents per share, in the three-month period ending Aug. 31, up 11% from the same 2019 quarter. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton, file)

Nike releases advertisement believed to be related to Victor Wembanyama during total solar eclipse

Read full article: Nike releases advertisement believed to be related to Victor Wembanyama during total solar eclipse

While Spurs fans looked up at the sky on Monday afternoon, Nike showed them why they could have been looking at their phones instead.