Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama Puts NBA On Notice: ‘Not Even Close to Being My Best’

San Antonio Spurs superstar Victor Wembanyama, the No. 1 pick in the 2023 NBA draft, has been making waves in the NBA with his humility and team-first attitude, coupled with his undeniable growth and dominance on the court.

Throughout his rookie season, Wembanyama’s performance has continuously improved, making him a formidable presence in the league.

“It’s a day-by-day thing, but what’s for sure is that I’m not even close to being at my best,” Wembanyama expressed following the Spurs’ recent overtime victory against the Brooklyn Nets. His commitment to improvement and his belief in his untapped potential have become a hallmark of his rookie year.

The French phenom’s statistical improvements in February alone highlight his escalating impact in the NBA. He’s not only increased his assists and rebounds but has significantly improved his three-point shooting, achieving personal bests in several categories. This progression speaks volumes about his work ethic and potential for growth.

Wembanyama’s assertion that he’s “not even close to being at my best” serves as a foreboding message to the rest of the league. His performance has been consistently impressive, with the rookie averaging at least 21.3 points, 9.6 rebounds, and 3.3 blocks per game over the past three months, alongside a 47.1% success rate in field goals.

Spurs coach Gregg Popovich had a humorous comment about Wembanyama being so good at such a young age by joking that most of his wine collection is filled with bottles older than the rookie.

“I only get excited when I have an older French Bordeaux that I was worried it might be over the hill and I find out it was really perfect – then I get excited,” Popovich said about his wine collection. “All of my best wines are older than Victor. That’s a true statement.”

Wembanyama’s blend of confidence and humility, combined with his remarkable on-court achievements, marks him as one of the most promising talents in the NBA, setting the stage for what could be an illustrious career in professional basketball.