NBA World in Shock as Victor Wembanyama?s ?Scripted?NBA Debut Duplicates 26-Year-Old Tim Duncan’s

Debuts have a particular position in the world of professional basketball. It’s the moment when raw talent collides with the vast stage, and comparisons are unavoidable. Victor Wembanyama, the 7ft 4′ French phenom, did not disappoint on the night of his much-anticipated NBA debut. He, however, shocked the world by embarking on a path that had a remarkable resemblance to the beginning of a basketball legend.

Fans could not believe what they saw at Wembanyama’s debut. And they started speculating about all of it to be scripted! Yes, you heard it right. Let us dive in and take a look at what all the fuss is about.

Victor Wembanyama’s debut shocks the world

Wembanyama played in his debut NBA regular season game for the San Antonio Spurs, going up against Luka Doncic and the Dallas Mavericks. Many anticipated the seasoned Mavericks to coast to victory, but the Spurs had other ideas. The game developed into a dramatic duel with several lead changes, and the Mavericks eventually won 126-119. The night’s best performance was Luka Doncic’s triple-double, a spectacular exhibition of 33 points. However, it was the young French prodigy’s performance that made an indelible impact.

Wembanyama demonstrated that he belongs on the big stage in his NBA debut. Despite playing only a little more than 23 minutes, he showed his flexibility and skills. The youngster tallied 15 points, 5 rebounds, 2 assists, 2 steals, and a block while shooting a very efficient 66.7% from the field and an amazing 50% from beyond the arc.

What’s most intriguing is the striking resemblance between Wembanyama’s debut and that of a Spurs great, Tim Duncan.

Duncan’s initial performance 26 years ago showed an uncanny resemblance to the French phenom’s stat line. Tim Duncan scored 15 points and 2 assists in his NBA debut on October 31, 1997, while shooting 66.7% from the floor. The symmetry in their debut stats not only suggests Wembanyama’s potential but also draws interesting similarities to Duncan’s style of play. However, the fans were impressed by Wembanyama’s performance, and the similar stats between him and Duncan shocked them.

Fans reacting to Wembanyama’s most awaited debut

The fans were very impressed by what the 7 footer can do on the court. Although his debut was hyped up a lot, he mostly lived up to everyone’s expectations. However, when it came to light that his debut stats were exactly the same as Duncan’s debut stats, the fans lost it.

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One fan even wrote saying, “They accidentally handed Wendy the Duncan script.”

Another fan, amazed by Wemby’s performance, said, “Wow so this means he?s going to be as good if not better than Tim Duncan. That?s amazing. Wow.”

One fan thought these comparisons shouldn’t be done and said, “Wemby is good, but let’s not compare him to one of the best players to ever play the game yet…”

Another fan agreed and said, “It?s Too Early..”

One fan even made a bold prediction saying, “Another Spurs dynasty incoming.”

On that tragic launch night, traces of the past and the promise of the future collided, pointing to the possible development of a new legacy in San Antonio. Victor Wembanyama has engraved his name in the history of the NBA with his unique abilities and poised debut. And he is?ready to begin?a career that might well rival the heights of the immortal Tim Duncan.

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