Victor Wembanyama Continues Dominant Run With Overtime Win

One of the most highly touted NBA Draft prospects of all-time, Frenchman Victor Wembanyama continued his run of dominance on Saturday.

The 7-foot-4 Metropolitans 92 forward poured on 24 points, nine rebounds and three blocks in an overtime win versus an undefeated Le Mans team.

Future No. 1 pick Victor Wembanyama was unreal again today. 24 points, 9 rebounds, 3 blocks and the important road win in OT versus previously undefeated Le Mans, including plenty of dunks, 3s and tremendous defensive plays. +17 in a narrow win. pic.twitter.com/AmfHTjgGga
— Jonathan Givony (@DraftExpress) October 15, 2022

It was Wembanyama’s first action since two exhibition games versus Scoot Henderson and the G League ignite, where Wembanyama combined for 73 points, 15 rebounds, nine blocks and nine three three-pointers made, most of which were masterfully curated by the 7-foot-4 phenom.

Turnaround jumpers, thirty-five foot threes and court-crossing blocks. All of which left basketball fans around the globe in awe.

The first was a fireworks show in every essence. Wembanyama and Henderson faced off in their first exhibition grudge match that could span multiple decades.

After a slower first half versus Le Mans on Saturday, Wembanyama exploded in the second half to finish with a +17 plus-minus.

Wembanyama yet again showcased his premier skill for his size: dunking the ball, spacing the floor and functioning as a stalwart on the defensive end. At 7-foot-4, Wembanyama is able to maneuver himself well nearly anywhere on the court, putting the ball on the floor and shooting anywhere.

While his agent said the 18-year-old won’t be shut down prior to the 2023 NBA Draft, it’s clear no one will be dethroning him.

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