NBA veterans JJ Redick and Rudy Gobert have heaped praise on the rising basketball prodigy, Victor Wembanyama, highlighting his remarkable abilities and unparalleled potential on the court.
During a recent interview, Redick expressed his admiration for Wembanyama"s rapid rise, acknowledging that the young phenom has exceeded expectations with his exceptional performance as a rookie.
“Has [Victor Wembanyama] been in some ways better than expected?" Redick pondered.
Gobert, echoing Redick"s sentiments, said “Obviously, he’s something we’ve never seen before in the basketball world… He has greatness in him and not because he’s 7’5," Gobert remarked, highlighting Wembanyama"s unique blend of physical prowess and unwavering determination.
JJ Redick: "Has [Victor Wembanyama] been in some ways better than expected?"
Rudy Gobert: "Obviously, he’s something we’ve never seen before in [the] basketball world… He has greatness in him and not because he’s 7’5."
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The admiration for Wembanyama"s talent extends beyond mere statistics and physical attributes, as both Redick and Gobert underscored the young player"s exceptional mindset, heart, and dedication to his craft.
“I know his mindset and knowing his mindset and his heart and his family… he has greatness in him," Gobert emphasized.
Gobert"s connection to Wembanyama further adds weight to his praise, as the NBA star has known the rising talent since he was just 14 years old.
This long-standing relationship has afforded Gobert insight into Wembanyama"s character and work ethic, leading him to predict a bright future for the promising rookie.
