Overview

• In the preseason opener against the CBA’s Guangzhou Loong-Lions, Victor Wembanyama posted 9 points, 10 rebounds, 7 assists and 3 blocks on 3-of-3 shooting in the first half before sitting after halftime.
• Days earlier at the Spurs’ open scrimmage, he drove from near half court with two dribbles and dunked over 7-foot-2 Luke Kornet, a clip that quickly went viral.
• Wembanyama said he feels stronger and heavier after what he called his best summer of training, noting he added “a lot of pure mass.”
• His offseason included work with Hakeem Olajuwon and Kevin Garnett, with an emphasis on footwork, mindset and skills he intends to showcase this season.
• Kornet said Wembanyama looks stronger with improved balance and finishing, as San Antonio surrounds him with more creators including De’Aaron Fox, No. 2 pick Dylan Harper and 2024–25 Rookie of the Year Stephon Castle.