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Jun 20, 2023; Bronx, New York, USA; French NBA draft prospect Victor Wembanyama speaks to the media during batting practice before a game between the New York Yankees and the Seattle Mariners at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports
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Jun 20, 2023; Bronx, New York, USA; French NBA draft prospect Victor Wembanyama speaks to the media during batting practice before a game between the New York Yankees and the Seattle Mariners at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports
The world is eagerly waiting to see Victor Wembanyama play in the NBA. The French sensation has been on everyone’s radar for quite some time. From LeBron James to Kevin Durant, many NBA stars have expressed their excitement at the prospect of going up against the once-in-a-generation talent. Now, 48 hours away from being drafted as the number one pick, Wembanyama gave fans another glimpse of his other-worldly prowess.
Standing at a towering seven foot four inches, Wembanyama also possesses a wingspan of eight feet. So, the latest image of his grip over this standard-size ball already has fans gasping in shock.
Victor Wembanyama shows off his prowess
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Victor Wembanyama had been making highlights in the French League every now and then. Though Wembanyama suffered a heartbreaking loss in the French league Finals, the world can’t wait to see the French giant make his way to the NBA to play next to the best players around the globe.
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Basketball – Victor Wembanyama in action during the match between Boulogne-Levallois vs Monaco – Palais des sports Marcel-Cerdan, Levallois-Perret, France – December 11, 2022 Boulogne-Levallois’ Victor Wembanyama with Monaco’s Elie Okobo after the match REUTERS/Benoit Tessier
Wembanyama, who the San Antonio Spurs will most likely pick as the number one pick, already has a bright future ahead of him. So, before he dove into the Spurs program and organization, Wemby decided to make a small detour.
Ahead of the NBA draft, Victor Wembanyama made his way to Yankee Stadium. He even threw the first pitch while he was there. Though the pitch was a bit off base, fans were lined up to see Wembanyama there.
A picture uploaded by Wembanyama gave fans a glimpse of what a regular-sized baseball looked like in his hand. The seven-footer absolutely covered the ball with just his one hand with absolute ease. This just goes to show that the future number-one pick won’t have a problem palming a basketball either.
Fans lose it over Wembanyama’s grip
Wembanyama holding a baseball like a marble in his hand led fans to lose it on social media. As the picture made the rounds on the internet, it left fans in absolute awe.
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One fan tweeted, “It’s getting weird.”
It’s getting weird https://t.co/5ImzwrfcAA
— Kasey (@bastylefilegirl) June 20, 2023
While another fan dropped a comment, “Holding it like that alien holding that marble galaxy at the end of mib.”
holding it like that alien holding that marble galaxy at the end of mib https://t.co/JR0huX0TzD
— stoned mexican™️ (@ohbruhitsluis) June 20, 2023
Here are a few more reactions from fans on Twitter.
— Valerie (@cyclonevkc) June 20, 2023
Bros hands invented a new pitch 💀 pic.twitter.com/21YxnM0eDr
— Colin Schrader (@smackncappn) June 20, 2023
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— SMG4's Elecric (@TheSMG4Elecric) June 20, 2023
Nice try, but this is Clearly Photoshopped
— FAX Sports: MLB (@MLBONFAX) June 20, 2023
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While some fans were convinced that it was photoshopped, others were absolutely mesmerized by Wembanyama’s size. And one can be sure that he will be making the most of his size in the NBA which will make him an absolute menace in the league.