What Position Does Victor Wembanyama Play? Will Center Position Be the Best Option for the 7?5 Frenchman?

Yet to play a regular season NBA game, he is already touted as a generational talent. That is the hype surrounding this year?s #1 pick in the 2023 NBA draft, Victor Wembanyama. The San Antonio Spurs actually managed to land a unicorn that they can build their franchise around. So, what would the first step be?

Well, right out of the gate, a head scratcher for many fans may be the 7?5 French sensation not starting at the center position. And one may wonder why. Read more to find out.

Should Victor Wembanyama play the center position?

The hype surrounding Victor Wembanyama started to generate while he was playing for the Metropolitans 92 back in France. And every team would?ve given up assets in a heartbeat to have the 19-year-old on their roster.

Many believe that the Spurs are the best fit for Wembanyama. Especially based on the team?s history and the player development potential that they possess. But standing at 7?5, should Wembyanyama start at the center position?

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One argument that could be made is that Wembanyama may not be fit to play center given his body weight. The league boasts players at the center position who could absolutely bully Wembanyama for physicality.

That would increase the risk of him suffering an injury and possibly bringing his career to a quick end. Being at the center comes with the responsibility of being the team?s defensive anchor.

Based on his skillset, it would be much better to use him on the offensive side of the floor. So, even though Wembanyama would start at the four, he could still assist in defense whenever needed.

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According to SI.com, Victor Wembanyama has already decided that he would suit up at the power forward position for the San Antonio Spurs. Given that the Spurs boast arguably the best power forward in history in their books, it is a smart move by Wembanyama.

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Moreover, it will help the Spurs to run the offense through him given his shooting and finishing skills around the rim. Also, having Tim Duncan as a mentor, imparting the fundamentals for his position would go a long way in Wembanyama?s player development.

The Spurs’ preseason schedule is out and Wemby will be looking to make highlights right from the start. Let’s see what the Frenchman has in store for us.