2023 NBA Draft scouting report: Victor Wembanyama

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2023 NBA Draft scouting report: Victor Wembanyama

Victor Wembanyama is a 19-year-old center from France. He is expected to be the No. 1 pick in the 2023 NBA Draft. Wemby is near the top of his French league in usage rate. He can play in any position. The Sacramento Kings are expected not to mess up the draft.

Victor Wembanyama is a 7-foot-5 forward who can play various offensive and defensive roles. He has a good range, he can transition smoothly from dribble to pull-up jumper and he's capable of navigating screens and shooting 3s on the move.

Victor Wembanyama is a tall, athletic center. He has a good wingspan and is long and quick, but his physicality and his lack of rebounding skills could be his weaknesses. His main concern is injury. He doesn't have the history of Joel Embiid, Chet Holmgren and others.

Victor Wembanyama is a potential franchise player for the next decade. He is athletic enough to dominate the modern game, has razor-sharp defensive instincts and his offensive skill set is wide-ranging. Wembenama will be the No. 1 pick in the 23 NBA Draft.


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