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NBA Fans Slam ESPN For Creating Fake Drama Between Victor Wembanyama And Spurs

by Len Werle
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NBA fans are not happy with ESPN’s coverage of Victor Wembanyama, the rookie sensation who is dominating the league with his unprecedented skills and size. The 20-year-old French center, who was drafted first overall by the San Antonio Spurs in 2023, is averaging 20.7 points, 10.3 rebounds, 3.4 assists, and 3.4 blocks per game. However, despite his individual brilliance, the Spurs are struggling to win games, as they are currently last in the Western Conference with a 13-49 record.

This has led ESPN’s NBA studio panel to speculate that Wembanyama might not be happy with the Spurs’ rebuilding process and that he might seek a trade to a more competitive team in the future. On Monday, ESPN’s Ramona Shelburne said:

 

“Victor is here and he wants to win… I don’t know how patient he’s going to be (with the Spurs)… I don’t think he wants to sit here at the bottom of the lottery standings.”

 

 

However, NBA fans have criticized ESPN for trying to create unnecessary drama and tension between Wembanyama and the Spurs, when there is no evidence to suggest that the young star is unhappy or impatient with his situation.

Fans have pointed out that Wembanyama has repeatedly expressed his loyalty and gratitude to the Spurs, who have given him the opportunity to play in the NBA and develop his game under the guidance of legendary coach Gregg Popovich. Fans have also noted that Wembanyama is well aware of the Spurs’ long-term vision and that he is willing to endure some losing seasons in order to build a championship contender around him.

 

 

Mike Finger, a reporter for the San Antonio Express-News, also defended Wembanyama’s attitude and patience, saying:

 

“I talk to people about the Spurs every day. And of all those people, there is one who is, by far, the most forward-thinking and relentlessly patient when it comes to the plan. It’s the 20-year-old kid. And it’s not close.”

 

 

It seems that ESPN is trying to stir up controversy and generate clicks by suggesting that Wembanyama might leave the Spurs, when in reality, he is happy and committed to the team that drafted him.

NBA fans are hoping that ESPN will focus more on Wembanyama’s incredible talent and potential, rather than on fabricated rumors and drama. Wembanyama is a once-in-a-generation player who deserves better coverage and respect from the media.

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