Victor Wembanyama’s first interview as an NBA player gave fans a sentimental moment to remember Thursday night following the Spurs’s selection of the generational prospect with the first pick in the 2023 NBA draft.
San Antonio’s expected decision to draft Wembanyama was one of the worst-kept secrets in NBA history but, despite the lack of surprise, the 19-year-old still found himself overcome with emotion after officially accomplishing his lifelong dream.
Wembanyama sat down with his older sister, Eve, and younger brother, Oscar for a heartfelt interview with ESPN’s Monica McNutt, where he tearfully explained his reaction to hearing his name being called on draft night.
