NBA – After 28 games, Gregg Popovich’s observation on Wembanyama: “He’s someone who…

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Already among the favorites to win the rookie of the year title, Victor Wembanyama has learned a lot in 28 games. Gregg Popovich is satisfied with his player’s attitude, as he confides to journalists.

In great form with the Spurs at the start of the season, Victor Wembanyama perfectly meets the fans’ expectations. Only problem ? This 5-28 record tarnishes the mood in Texas, even if Gregg Popovich is not worried about the future. The road is long for San Antonio, especially since the franchise could make some changes between now and the deadline.

Popovich honest on Wembanyama’s level

It must be said that talent is sorely lacking among the Spurs. Several reinforcements would not be too much, even if Wembanyama is making sure to put on a show so far. The fans are impressed by the Frenchman’s performance, as is Popovich. In front of the media this Tuesday, he gave his opinion on the star after his first 28 matches.

“He is really a quick learner. I think the biggest thing is just the personnel. He's never played–he doesn't know who's guarding him. He doesn't know who he's guarding. He's seen some of these guys on TV, but to be out in the court with them is a totally different situation. So,… pic.twitter.com/As2gg9Bg6A

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Gregg Popovich on Victor Wembanyama: “He’s someone who learns quickly. The most important thing I think is the staff. He never knows who is defending him. He’s seen some of these guys on TV, but being on the floor with them is a totally different situation. He really understands the strengths and weaknesses of these guys. »

Rookie or not, Wemby is making an express adaptation with the Spurs, a sign of a great player. Popovich is already having a lot of fun coaching him, with several adjustments to try to put him in the best conditions. The last ? Place Keldon Johnson on the bench to pair the Frenchman with Devin Vassell.

“They are two of the people we want to have the ball a lot since they are skilled players in a sense. They're starting to read each other. They're figuring out that he's 7’3, and you can throw it up in the air." – Popovich on the 2-man game of Devin Vassell & Victor Wembanyama… pic.twitter.com/hc5QM6Cfdz

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Gregg Popovich on Vassell and Wembanyama: “These are two players we want to give the ball to more often, since they are very talented. They begin to understand each other. They start to realize that he’s 2m24 and that you can throw the ball in the air. »

Between Gregg Popovich and Victor Wembanyama, everything is rolling in this first NBA season together. The results are disappointing, but Spurs know it’s a long process. There is no doubt that the state of the franchise will be very different in 2/3 years.