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Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama Sees Big Change in Appearance Before NBA Season

Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama Sees Big Change in Appearance Before NBA Season

Summary

Victor Wembanyama, a player for the San Antonio Spurs, has grown two inches and gained about 30 pounds during the offseason. He is now listed at 7-foot-5 and 235 pounds as he prepares for the 2025 NBA season. Wembanyama previously won NBA Rookie of the Year in 2023-24 and has been training extensively to improve his game.

Key Facts

  • Victor Wembanyama is entering his third NBA season in 2025.
  • The San Antonio Spurs now list him at 7-foot-5 and 235 pounds, up from 7-foot-3 and 209 pounds.
  • He won the NBA Rookie of the Year award in the 2023-24 season.
  • In his first season, he averaged 21.4 points, 10.6 rebounds, 3.9 assists, 1.2 steals, and 3.6 blocks per game.
  • His 2024 season was cut short due to a blood clot in his shoulder.
  • Wembanyama trained over the offseason with basketball legends and attended a retreat in China.
  • He played in preseason games, showing strong performance against teams like the Guangzhou Loong-Lions and the Miami Heat.

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