Overview
- San Antonio’s official roster now lists Victor Wembanyama at 7-foot-5 and 235 pounds, up roughly two inches and 26 pounds from his initial NBA measurements.
- He returned to action with balanced preseason lines, recording 9 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists with 3 blocks vs. Guangzhou in 16 minutes, then 10 points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists with 2 blocks vs. Miami in 22 minutes.
- A deep vein thrombosis in his right shoulder ended last season, and he responded with an atypical offseason that included a 10-day Shaolin temple stay and broad physical and mental training.
- Training sessions with Hakeem Olajuwon focused on leverage within a “big guard” concept, with reports of a new jump hook in development, while Kevin Garnett offered insights on mindset and leadership.
- Coaches and teammates note visible strength gains in scrimmages, as an isolated Jaime Jaquez Jr. dunk and other clips serve as reminders that preseason evidence remains limited.