Victor Wembanyama Bounces Back With Massive Summer League Performance

BYAlexander ColePublished on July 10, 2023868 Views

2023 NBA Summer League - San Antonio Spurs v Portland Trail Blazers

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - JULY 09: Victor Wembanyama #1 and Blake Wesley #14 of the San Antonio Spurs talk during a break in the second half of a 2023 NBA Summer League game against the Portland Trail Blazers at the Thomas & Mack Center on July 09, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)

Victor Wembanyama looked at ease on Sunday.

Victor Wembanyama is easily the biggest draw of the NBA Summer League so far. Unfortunately, his first game with the Spurs was a huge disappointment. His shooting statistics were abysmal and a lot of fans rushed to call him a bust. However, over on Sunday night, he had an opportunity to redeem himself. In his second game, he played the Portland Trail Blazers in what promised to be a huge draw. Overall, Wembanyama was able to change the narrative around himself with a truly incredible performance.

The first-overall pick was able to pick up 27 points and another 12 rebounds throughout the night. Additionally, his shooting splits were a massive improvement from Friday night. He also had some big blocks, some three-pointers, and even some dunks that had fans singing his praises. All-in-all, he was looking a lot like the first-overall pick he was always destined to be.

Victor Wembanyama Shows Out

In the clips above, you can see how he was doing a great job throughout the game. Unfortunately, his team was unable to grab the win. Subsequently, Victor Wembanyama made it seem like he will not actually be returning for the rest of Summer League. Instead, he will shut it down and get ready for training camp with the rest of his Spurs teammates. Ultimately, this is probably for the best as Wembanyama looks to be healthy for the start of the pre-season. Hopefully, he is able to shine.

After a rough couple of days due to Britney Spears, the young man is back to his normal self. He is already showing his composure, and we're hopeful that he will live up to the hype. Let us know your thoughts on Victor Wembanyama, down below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news from around the sports world. With the NBA in full swing, there are going to be some great storylines to watch out for. In fact, the new in-season tournament is going to create lasting drama for the league.

About The Author

Alexander Cole

Alexander Cole is the current Managing Editor of HotNewHipHop. He started at HotNewHipHop back in 2018 where he began as a Sports and Sneakers writer. During this time, he has shown an expertise in Air Jordans, Yeezys, and all things that have to do with Nike. His favorite kicks are the Air Jordan 1 High OG, the Air Jordan 4, the Air Jordan 6, and the Adidas Yeezy Boost 350 V2 in the "Beluga 2.0" colorway. Although his collection might not be the biggest, he is always looking to add new styles to it. When it comes to sports, Alex has a particular interest in the NBA and the NFL. His favorite teams are anywhere LeBron goes, and the Kansas City Chiefs. As a Montrealer, the Montreal Canadiens hold a special place in his heart, even if they haven't won the Stanley Cup in his lifetime. Alex also works for the Concordia Stingers, where he provides play-by-play and color commentary for the football, hockey, and basketball teams His favorite hip-hop artists are Kendrick Lamar, Playboi Carti, Travis Scott, and Lil Uzi Vert.