The hype around Victor Wembanyama continues to grow, with the NBA phenom making waves in his hometown of Paris ahead of his highly anticipated debut with the San Antonio Spurs in the NBA Paris Games. The 7-foot-4 sensation was spotted at the UEFA Champions League match between Paris Saint-Germain and Manchester City on Wednesday, taking in the action at Parc des Princes.
Wembanyama, who was born just outside Paris in Le Chesnay, has been soaking up the atmosphere in the City of Lights this week. The 19-year-old sat courtside with fellow French star and newly signed PSG winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, creating quite the buzz among fans and media alike.
Wemby’s Whirlwind Paris Tour
It’s been a busy few days for the basketball prodigy since arriving in Paris. On Tuesday, Wembanyama turned heads at the Louis Vuitton Menswear show as part of Paris Fashion Week, rubbing shoulders with Hollywood A-listers Bradley Cooper and Omar Sy in the front row.
The Spurs star also took time to give back to his community, unveiling two new outdoor basketball courts in his hometown of Le Chesnay. Wembanyama has never forgotten his roots and the role basketball played in his upbringing.
“It’s an honor to be able to work with the city to create these courts for the next generation,” Wembanyama said at the unveiling. “I hope they inspire more kids to pick up a ball and fall in love with the game like I did.”
Spurs Set for Paris Showcase
Wembanyama and the Spurs will take center stage in Paris with a pair of games against the Indiana Pacers on Thursday and Sunday. The matchups mark the Spurs’ first games in France and an opportunity for Wembanyama to dazzle fans in his home country.
Through his first few months in the NBA, the towering talent is already living up to the immense hype. Wembanyama is averaging an impressive 12.4 points, 10.8 rebounds, and 3.9 blocks per game, showcasing the unique skill set that made him the consensus top pick.
All eyes will be on the French phenom as he looks to put on a show for his hometown fans and continue his meteoric rise to NBA stardom. If his whirlwind week in Paris is any indication, Wembanyama is more than ready for his moment in the City of Lights spotlight.
