Victor Wembanyama ‘Rising Stars’ Locker Room Set

These are the contents of Victor Wembanyama’s locker on February 16, 2024, during the Panini Rising Stars game. This was Wembanyama's All-Star Weekend Debut. The set includes:

• Game Worn ‘Rising Stars’ Shooting Shirt 
• ‘Rising Stars Edition’ Warmup Pants
• [Set of 3] Shooting Arm Sleeves 
• Compression Pants
• Nike Socks
• Locker Hangers
• Nike Zoom GT Hustle 2 ‘All Star Volt’ Sneakers
• Collection of Waterbottles
• Locker Room Chair

For Wembanyama, the 2024 Panini Rising Stars game represents the first of what is likely to be a long list of career accolades, and All-Star Weekend appearances to come. Right from the outset, Wemby made his presence felt on the floor, scoring the first points of the game on a jumper after sizing up his defender. On the next trip down the court, he threw a pinpoint lob to a rolling Jaime Jaquez Jr. On the defensive end, the dominant presence he’s shown throughout his first season was apparent - blocking or altering shot attempts in the paint. 

While it was brief, he showed off his complete game, recording 11 points on 5 of 6 shooting from the field while adding 7 rebounds, 1 assist, 1 steal, and 2 blocks. Whether he was skillfully tossing lobs or expertly blocking shots, his impact was evident throughout the game. Wemby is one of the rare examples of a player who can take over on both sides of the court. 

Diving Deeper - The Number 1 Pick

On May 16th, 2023 the San Antonio Spurs won the NBA Draft Lottery for the third time in franchise history, earning the right to select first and secure a franchise player that will shape the team’s success for years to come. A month later, on June 22, they selected Victor Wembanyama, a 19-year-old professional player from France with a height of 7’4'' and an 8-foot wingspan. His raw natural physical talents were noticeable at age 14, and in just a few years was already projected as the #1 pick in the draft. 

Wemby gained his first professional experience with Nanterre 92 at age 16, eventually signing a contract for three years with ASVEL in the EuroLeague, where his game began to rapidly develop. After his first season, he opted out of contract to sign with Metropolitans 92 of the LNB Pro A League, catching the attention of the American media while playing two exhibition games against NBA G-League ignite, where he dominated both games scoring 37 and 36 points, respectively, putting him on the NBA map. He proceeded to dominate the league in the 2022-2023 season, winning many accolades including becoming the youngest to win League MVP. 

At 7’4”, Wemby is considered the tallest in the NBA at the time of his debut at age 19, already being compared to the NBA’s top long-range shooters, ball handlers, shot blockers, and passers. The scouts describe him as offensively skilled both in the paint and on the perimeter, with impressive dribbling and ball control for a man of his size. He also rates high defensively, with the ability to pivot and move smoothly, and his significant height advantage makes him a premier shot blocker.