Wembanyama, widely recognized as a generational talent who was selected by the Spurs as the No. 1 pick in the NBA Draft in June, is harboring aspirations of making an immediate impact at his new team.
French media asked Victor Wembanyama what he's looking forward to in his rookie campaign?
Wembanyama: To qualify for the playoffs. 👀 #NBA #Wembanyama #Spurs #SanAntonio #basketball #rookie
— viva SPURS (@vivaSPURS) September 19, 2023
When asked about his goal for his inaugural season in Texas, the 19-year-old didn’t hesitate, stating, “To qualify for the playoffs.”
San Antonio’s last playoff appearance was in the 2018-2019 season, where they were eliminated in the first round by the Denver Nuggets.
However, the arrival of Wembanyama has sparked a lot of excitement among the fans in San Antonio. We expect the incredibly talented teenager to bring about a quick improvement in the franchise’s luck.
Victor Wembanyama is unlike any player we've seen pic.twitter.com/MvsiROS34S
— Hoops (@HoopMixOnly) September 11, 2023
During an online press conference to preview the documentary “Un1que” on the Canal+ French network, Wembanyama expressed his unwavering confidence despite the immense hype surrounding his transition to the NBA.
“I don’t feel any pressure. These are stages that are part of the life of a basketball player,” he affirmed.
“When you have such lofty goals, it’s normal that there is so much attention, questions, and invasive people.”
Wembanyama is really excited about getting back to the playoffs, but he knows that it will take some time and patience to achieve his ultimate goal of winning an NBA championship.
WATCH: First look at #Spurs No. 1 pick Victor Wembanyama in his full jersey.
Wembanyama will wear #1 for the Spurs, and got some shots up in front of media after his introductory press conference. #wembanyama #nba #porvida pic.twitter.com/D8HTLj80oW
— Matt Guzman (@mattgzman) June 24, 2023
“For the future, the best thing is not knowing what awaits us,” he reflected. “It’s very hard to win an NBA championship ring. But I’m patient; I know it will happen at one point or another.”
The young talent is scheduled to play his first regular-season game for San Antonio on October 25. The Spurs will be facing the Dallas Mavericks in the opening game of the 2023-2024 season.
