Victor Wembanyama’s Exciting Debut Thrills Spurs Fans at Open Scrimmage

SAN ANTONIO — Victor Wembanyama, the No. 1 overall pick of the San Antonio Spurs, made his first appearance in front of the fans at the newly renamed Frost Bank Center during an open scrimmage on Saturday. With a crowd of 13,200 in attendance, Wembanyama showcased his skills and left a lasting impression.

In an exhilarating display of talent, Wembanyama played alongside centers Zach Collins and Charles Bediako, demonstrating his versatility as a forward. His court vision and passing abilities were on full display as he connected with his teammates, including a no-look pass to Collins for a highlight-reel play.

Despite ending up on the losing side, with the opposing Silver squad winning 74-65, Wembanyama contributed nine points to his team’s efforts. He showcased his shooting abilities, draining a step-back 3-pointer and going 4-of-6 from the free-throw line. His flashy play of the night came when he executed a behind-the-back spin move and delivered a precise pass to Devonte Graham for an open shot in the corner.

Teammate Zach Collins praised Wembanyama’s passing skills, emphasizing his natural feel for the game and willingness to make plays for his teammates. Collins expressed excitement about the chemistry they could develop on the court, with Wembanyama’s versatility allowing them to interchange positions and create matchup problems for opponents.

The Spurs, with high hopes for the upcoming season, are eager to fine-tune their game in the preseason. The team opens their preseason schedule on Monday night against the Oklahoma City Thunder.