Will Victor Wembanyama be voted rookie of the year in the NBA, that is to say best beginner?
For Kylian Mbappé, a great American basketball fan, this has been in no doubt since the 20-year-old French prodigy's XXL performance on the night of Thursday to Friday.
“
Wemby
”
played a full match to allow the San Antonio Spurs to achieve a prestigious victory against the Oklahoma City Thunder, 2nd in the Western Conference (132-118).
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The No. 1 of the last draft made his mark as the first player to finish a game with more than 25 points (28), more than 10 rebounds (13), more than five assists (7), five blocks and five successful three-point shots (out of 7).
Above all, he has largely gained the upper hand over the American Chet Holmgren, 21, who is also claiming the distinction.
This is evidenced by this spectacular counter 1'50" from the end of the match.
“ROTY (Rookie of the year, editor’s note)?
10,000%
,” wrote Kylian Mbappé on Instagram in response to a post from Victor Wembanyama.
Response at the end of the season.
Kylian Mbappé's Instagram story Friday March 1, 2024 Instagram screenshot