Kevin Garnett on Victor Wembanyama: He has the 'it' factor... he got it to where he can lead a team
Kevin Garnett compared Victor Wembanyama to greats like David Robinson and Tim Duncan. “When you saw David Robinson the first time, you saw it. You didn’t know what you were looking for, but you saw it. And then you saw Tim Duncan, same. He has the ‘it factor’. He’s a top-tier scorer, he got it to where he can lead a team,” KG said, talking during the Ticket and The Truth podcast with Paul Pierce.
Source: EuroHoops.net
Source: EuroHoops.net
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Ryan Wolstat @WolstatSun
Wembanyama’s lived up to immense hype Raptors are about to get a taste torontosun.com/sports/basketb… – 1:13 PM
Wembanyama’s lived up to immense hype Raptors are about to get a taste torontosun.com/sports/basketb… – 1:13 PM
Mike Finger @mikefinger
Here in Austin, working on a Sunday column comparing Maalik Murphy to Victor Wembanyama. – 12:37 PM
Here in Austin, working on a Sunday column comparing Maalik Murphy to Victor Wembanyama. – 12:37 PM
Duane Rankin @DuaneRankin
When Devin Booker and Bradley Beal have been out together, Eric Gordon and Grayson Allen have started.
Yuta Watanabe starting second half Thursday for Josh Okogie to matchup better against Victor Wembanyama. #Suns – 12:17 PM
When Devin Booker and Bradley Beal have been out together, Eric Gordon and Grayson Allen have started.
Yuta Watanabe starting second half Thursday for Josh Okogie to matchup better against Victor Wembanyama. #Suns – 12:17 PM
Eurohoops @Eurohoopsnet
Kevin Garnett in awe of Victor Wembanyama: “He has the ‘it factor’ to lead a team” #NBA
eurohoops.net/en/nba-news/15… – 10:37 AM
Kevin Garnett in awe of Victor Wembanyama: “He has the ‘it factor’ to lead a team” #NBA
eurohoops.net/en/nba-news/15… – 10:37 AM
Zach Lowe @ZachLowe_NBA
New Lowe Post podcast: The first Wemby HOLY **** game, Harden fit w/ Clips, and rapid-fire through early trends across the league with @stevejones20 :
Spotify: spoti.fi/3sihqPA
Apple: apple.co/478J9kC – 10:19 AM
New Lowe Post podcast: The first Wemby HOLY **** game, Harden fit w/ Clips, and rapid-fire through early trends across the league with @stevejones20 :
Spotify: spoti.fi/3sihqPA
Apple: apple.co/478J9kC – 10:19 AM
Dalton Johnson @DaltonJ_Johnson
“Chet’s a problem.”
Thunder rookie Chet Holmgren impressed the Warriors in his first career game against them, 12 days before Golden State takes on Victor Wembanyama nbcsportsbayarea.com/nba/golden-sta… – 3:02 AM
“Chet’s a problem.”
Thunder rookie Chet Holmgren impressed the Warriors in his first career game against them, 12 days before Golden State takes on Victor Wembanyama nbcsportsbayarea.com/nba/golden-sta… – 3:02 AM
Matthew Tynan @Matthew_Tynan
Can’t wait to see Jokic vs Wembanyama. Not sure they’ll guard one another more than a handful of times but talk about a clash of styles. – 12:40 AM
Can’t wait to see Jokic vs Wembanyama. Not sure they’ll guard one another more than a handful of times but talk about a clash of styles. – 12:40 AM
Tony Jones @Tjonesonthenba
Chet Holmgren just ran a 5-1 pick and fade to Isaiah Joe as the ball handler…..Him and Wemby are not normal – 10:05 PM
Chet Holmgren just ran a 5-1 pick and fade to Isaiah Joe as the ball handler…..Him and Wemby are not normal – 10:05 PM
John Hollinger @johnhollinger
Ok Wemby, Chet’s running pick and pop as the ballhandler and dishing to shooters. Your move. – 10:05 PM
Ok Wemby, Chet’s running pick and pop as the ballhandler and dishing to shooters. Your move. – 10:05 PM
Ball Don’t Lie @Balldontlie
“Yo, when he raised up and shot the ball, I was like there’s no way Imma be close to this. … He different.”
KD on playing with Wemby 😂
(via @NBA)
pic.twitter.com/P3dwO0fPlz – 9:56 PM
“Yo, when he raised up and shot the ball, I was like there’s no way Imma be close to this. … He different.”
KD on playing with Wemby 😂
(via @NBA)
pic.twitter.com/P3dwO0fPlz – 9:56 PM
Paul Garcia @PaulGarciaNBA
When Collins, Wemby, and Sochan go into the post through 5 games: pic.twitter.com/IhWbIUI6SX – 8:44 PM
When Collins, Wemby, and Sochan go into the post through 5 games: pic.twitter.com/IhWbIUI6SX – 8:44 PM
Tom Orsborn @tom_orsborn
In a stunning performance that showcased all of his remarkable skills, Victor Wembanyama scored 20 of his 38 points in the first half, and then made sure in the final frame that the Spurs withstood a furious comeback bid by Phoenix to grab a 132-121 win.
expressnews.com/sports/spurs/a… – 8:32 PM
In a stunning performance that showcased all of his remarkable skills, Victor Wembanyama scored 20 of his 38 points in the first half, and then made sure in the final frame that the Spurs withstood a furious comeback bid by Phoenix to grab a 132-121 win.
expressnews.com/sports/spurs/a… – 8:32 PM
Paul Garcia @PaulGarciaNBA
In 4 crunch time games, where the Spurs are 3-1, Wemby is shooting 7/10 from the floor and 7/9 from the free throw line. – 8:25 PM
In 4 crunch time games, where the Spurs are 3-1, Wemby is shooting 7/10 from the floor and 7/9 from the free throw line. – 8:25 PM
Paul Garcia @PaulGarciaNBA
Wemby’s first 5 games of his career shooting the ball:
– As expected, quite efficient in the paint.
– He’s attempted 8 pull-up 3s. Just 1 shy of Vassell (team leader). Wemby is 7’3″
– Last night he logged his first wide open 3-point attempts of the season. Made 2/3 of them. pic.twitter.com/QCZLiWWsBZ – 8:04 PM
Wemby’s first 5 games of his career shooting the ball:
– As expected, quite efficient in the paint.
– He’s attempted 8 pull-up 3s. Just 1 shy of Vassell (team leader). Wemby is 7’3″
– Last night he logged his first wide open 3-point attempts of the season. Made 2/3 of them. pic.twitter.com/QCZLiWWsBZ – 8:04 PM
Sirius XM NBA @SiriusXMNBA
“Wembanyama right now has 21 clutch points on the season…that’s behind only LeBron and Luka”
@TermineRadio has been amazed by Victor’s clutch performances after only 5 games pic.twitter.com/l6QQTOqUWK – 8:01 PM
“Wembanyama right now has 21 clutch points on the season…that’s behind only LeBron and Luka”
@TermineRadio has been amazed by Victor’s clutch performances after only 5 games pic.twitter.com/l6QQTOqUWK – 8:01 PM
Ric Bucher @RicBucher
Victor Wembanyama already wowing NBA: ‘He’s going to be the best to ever play this game’ foxsports.com/stories/nba/vi… – 7:13 PM
Victor Wembanyama already wowing NBA: ‘He’s going to be the best to ever play this game’ foxsports.com/stories/nba/vi… – 7:13 PM
Law Murray @LawMurrayTheNU
This miss turned into a Victor Wembanyama fast break dunk. pic.twitter.com/OpVpViy6pN – 7:05 PM
This miss turned into a Victor Wembanyama fast break dunk. pic.twitter.com/OpVpViy6pN – 7:05 PM
Alex Kennedy @AlexKennedyNBA
On Wednesday, @JakeLFischer and @Jay_MWilliams_ joined me on RUNNING UP THE SCORE!
Jake discussed James Harden trade, Joel Embiid’s future, Zach LaVine rumors, Pascal Siakam/OG Anunoby availability, Wemby, etc.
Jaylin discussed OKC’s start, Chet, COD: twitter.com/i/broadcasts/1… – 6:53 PM
On Wednesday, @JakeLFischer and @Jay_MWilliams_ joined me on RUNNING UP THE SCORE!
Jake discussed James Harden trade, Joel Embiid’s future, Zach LaVine rumors, Pascal Siakam/OG Anunoby availability, Wemby, etc.
Jaylin discussed OKC’s start, Chet, COD: twitter.com/i/broadcasts/1… – 6:53 PM
NBA on ESPN @ESPNNBA
Wemby’s been in the NBA for a week and his career high is more than these players 😳 pic.twitter.com/2dkCeffoAN – 5:50 PM
Wemby’s been in the NBA for a week and his career high is more than these players 😳 pic.twitter.com/2dkCeffoAN – 5:50 PM
Mike Finger @mikefinger
On two remarkable nights in Phoenix: As Victor Wembanyama breaks out, is he changing the NBA already?
expressnews.com/sports/spurs/a… via @expressnews – 5:18 PM
On two remarkable nights in Phoenix: As Victor Wembanyama breaks out, is he changing the NBA already?
expressnews.com/sports/spurs/a… via @expressnews – 5:18 PM
Tom Orsborn @tom_orsborn
Victor Wembanyama has already eclipsed one of Tony Parker’s marks for French NBA players.
“It’s a source of pride,” the 19-year-old rookie said. #Spurs
expressnews.com/sports/spurs/a… – 5:08 PM
Victor Wembanyama has already eclipsed one of Tony Parker’s marks for French NBA players.
“It’s a source of pride,” the 19-year-old rookie said. #Spurs
expressnews.com/sports/spurs/a… – 5:08 PM
Law Murray @LawMurrayTheNU
Lawrence Frank mentioned how public the Harden trade rumors were, which allowed LAC to look at how Harden might fit on a broader level.
When Tyronn Lue was asked about teams with 4 scorers, he started to compare to KG Celtics. But he clearly wasn’t thinking too deep into it… pic.twitter.com/8LkQZNVkCY – 5:07 PM
Lawrence Frank mentioned how public the Harden trade rumors were, which allowed LAC to look at how Harden might fit on a broader level.
When Tyronn Lue was asked about teams with 4 scorers, he started to compare to KG Celtics. But he clearly wasn’t thinking too deep into it… pic.twitter.com/8LkQZNVkCY – 5:07 PM
Gerald Bourguet @GeraldBourguet
Saw someone say “Wemby is already so good I can’t wait until he’s rumored to sign with the Knicks and then doesn’t sign with the Knicks” today and nearly choked on my beverage – 5:02 PM
Saw someone say “Wemby is already so good I can’t wait until he’s rumored to sign with the Knicks and then doesn’t sign with the Knicks” today and nearly choked on my beverage – 5:02 PM
Sirius XM NBA @SiriusXMNBA
“He’s exceeding my expectations.”
@RickKamlaSports continues to be impressed with the play from Victor Wembanyama
@adaniels33 | @RickKamlaSports pic.twitter.com/OQHI0ow1HB – 5:00 PM
“He’s exceeding my expectations.”
@RickKamlaSports continues to be impressed with the play from Victor Wembanyama
@adaniels33 | @RickKamlaSports pic.twitter.com/OQHI0ow1HB – 5:00 PM
Alex Kennedy @AlexKennedyNBA
Since October 1, Victor Wembanyama has generated 377 million video views across the NBA’s social-media accounts and app – most among players. Some more Wemby Mania numbers: pic.twitter.com/yTe2ljRwzm – 3:33 PM
Since October 1, Victor Wembanyama has generated 377 million video views across the NBA’s social-media accounts and app – most among players. Some more Wemby Mania numbers: pic.twitter.com/yTe2ljRwzm – 3:33 PM
LJ Ellis @spurstalkdotcom
The San Antonio Spurs got 38 points from rookie Victor Wembanyama to defeat the Phoenix Suns for the second straight game: spurstalk.com/2023-spurs-sun… – 2:59 PM
The San Antonio Spurs got 38 points from rookie Victor Wembanyama to defeat the Phoenix Suns for the second straight game: spurstalk.com/2023-spurs-sun… – 2:59 PM
Zach Lowe @ZachLowe_NBA
New Lowe Post podcast: @stevejones20 is back! Wemby’s monster game, Clips w/ Harden + Harden’s comments yesterday–then rapid-fire observations around the NBA: MIL, PHI, DAL, Lakers, PHX, Spurs, Cs, MIN, more:
Spotify: spoti.fi/3sihqPA
Apple: apple.co/478J9kC – 2:42 PM
New Lowe Post podcast: @stevejones20 is back! Wemby’s monster game, Clips w/ Harden + Harden’s comments yesterday–then rapid-fire observations around the NBA: MIL, PHI, DAL, Lakers, PHX, Spurs, Cs, MIN, more:
Spotify: spoti.fi/3sihqPA
Apple: apple.co/478J9kC – 2:42 PM
Ethan Strauss @SherwoodStrauss
WEMBY thoughts: Everybody Roots for Goliath houseofstrauss.com/p/everybody-ro… – 2:24 PM
WEMBY thoughts: Everybody Roots for Goliath houseofstrauss.com/p/everybody-ro… – 2:24 PM
Doug Smith @SmithRaps
Seeing Wemby on Sunday will be really cool but have just been informed the one and only @Monroe_SA will also be in attendance and, that, folks, makes the trip doubly worthwhile – 2:18 PM
Seeing Wemby on Sunday will be really cool but have just been informed the one and only @Monroe_SA will also be in attendance and, that, folks, makes the trip doubly worthwhile – 2:18 PM
John Karalis @John_Karalis
Picks ‘n Pops: Absurdly early stats, Victor Wembanyama, & signature shoes bostonsportsjournal.com/2023/11/03/pic… – 2:00 PM
Picks ‘n Pops: Absurdly early stats, Victor Wembanyama, & signature shoes bostonsportsjournal.com/2023/11/03/pic… – 2:00 PM
Tom Petrini @RealTomPetrini
Wemby: *leads the Spurs to a third consecutive title
Stephen A: “I’ll tell you what, it’s a lotta hype but I’m gonna tell you RIGHT NOW… this Wembayana can HOOP y’all” – 1:52 PM
Wemby: *leads the Spurs to a third consecutive title
Stephen A: “I’ll tell you what, it’s a lotta hype but I’m gonna tell you RIGHT NOW… this Wembayana can HOOP y’all” – 1:52 PM
Tim Reynolds @ByTimReynolds
Wemby…
– 2nd youngest player to have 38 points and 10 rebounds in a game (Kevin Durant)
– 3rd player to have a 38-10 game within 1st 5 career games (Wilt Chamberlain, John Drew)
– 3rd player with 100 pts, 40 reb, 10 blk and shoot 50% in 1st 5 career games (Shaq, Ralph Sampson) – 12:44 PM
Wemby…
– 2nd youngest player to have 38 points and 10 rebounds in a game (Kevin Durant)
– 3rd player to have a 38-10 game within 1st 5 career games (Wilt Chamberlain, John Drew)
– 3rd player with 100 pts, 40 reb, 10 blk and shoot 50% in 1st 5 career games (Shaq, Ralph Sampson) – 12:44 PM
Dave Mason @DeuceMason
The rest of the NBA might be screwed.
We gave our reaction to Victor Wembanyama’s incredible game against the Suns:
youtu.be/b8AKiJU8O-Y pic.twitter.com/MjQw9rTtpW – 12:32 PM
The rest of the NBA might be screwed.
We gave our reaction to Victor Wembanyama’s incredible game against the Suns:
youtu.be/b8AKiJU8O-Y pic.twitter.com/MjQw9rTtpW – 12:32 PM
More on this storyline
Hall of Famer since 2020, Garnett believes Wemby has improved since getting drafted by the Spurs. “Now, it’s about his IQ and his education. We know what he looks like in another league, and he’s looking different with the knowledge that he’s getting from San Antonio. You can see the development, how much he’s grown in a summer. He looks not only stronger, but smarter.” -via EuroHoops.net / November 4, 2023
Another thing that sets the 7 feet 4 inches tall French prodigy apart is his movement, with Luka Doncic saying ‘he moves like a point guard’. “Yao Ming was moving like a big oak tree, Shaq was roving through. Walking through like an oak tree, bumping into s**t. I wanna see Wemby in a salsa competition, see his bachata. He’s light on his feet,” Kevin Garnett commented in his style. -via EuroHoops.net / November 4, 2023
Clutch Points: “Bro, that ain’t 7’6 movement. Yao Ming moving like a big*ss oak tree when he move. Shaq was…walking like a oak tree bumping into sh*t.” Safe to say, Kevin Garnett is a Victor Wembanyama believer 😅 (via @shobasketball) pic.twitter.com/qhSe3B67jZ -via Twitter @ClutchPointsApp / November 3, 2023