After this epic final lost by the French team, Victor Wembanyama and Kevin Durant took a moment to share.
Appearing in the media a few hours later, the center of the Blues returned to this special moment for him.
For himself, but also to allow the French team to believe in the feat against the monster that is Team USA.
At only 20 years old and facing some of his childhood idols, the number 32 was up to the event.
With 26 points and 7 rebounds, all at 58% shooting, Wemby confirmed that the future of world basketball will be written with him, and that in 2028, in Los Angeles, the Blues will have what it takes to do better than a silver medal.
Unsurprisingly, superstars rushed to pay tribute to him on the court, starting with Kevin Durant:
Victor Wembanyama talks about his hug with Durant
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Kevin Durant is a role model for Victor Wembanyama, a mentor even, so this interaction risks marking the prodigy for life.
But what could they have said to each other after such a hard-fought match? Appearing on RMC the day after this final, the Spurs player spoke with his usual eloquence.
He already understands American customs well.
As we know, I have a lot of admiration for him.
He is a real role model for me. It is important for me to show these stars against whom I have the chance to play and whom I have watched since I was little that on the field, there is respect, but not too much respect.
hat there is no fear. But after the match, they are still people who inspired me.
I try to get rid of the image of the player who is only 20 years old, who is a youngster.
But at the same time, I feel like I won’t always be 20 and that I have to enjoy it. I have the right to make mistakes, the right to lose in a final.
I have that chance for now. The only weight on my shoulders is the responsibility I have towards my teammates. The weight of ambition.
And it’s not a weight, it carries me.
Victor Wembanyama only spent one year in the NBA, but he already knows how important it is for him to pay tribute to his elders.
After the game, he showed his respect to Kevin Durant, while reminding him that he was not afraid of anyone and would also reach the top.
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