The 2024 Paris Olympics may not have ended in gold for France, but it undeniably marked the arrival of a basketball superstar. Victor Wembanyama, the NBA’s Rookie of the Year, showcased his exceptional talent on the world’s biggest stage, leading his team to the gold medal game.
Despite a 98-87 loss to the United States, Wembanyama’s 26 points and seven rebounds solidified his status as a dominant force in the sport. The 7-foot-4 phenom’s performance electrified the sold-out Bercy Arena, captivating a global audience.
With his combination of size, skill, and basketball IQ, Wembanyama has captured the imagination of fans and experts alike. As he continues to develop, the basketball world eagerly anticipates the heights he will reach.
Feeding off the energy of the host nation’s fans, he showed his full repertoire of skills opposite a loaded U.S. team full of the same stars who currently dominate the league he hopes to rise to the top of one day.