That was so incredibly profound. I got chills. With a mindset like that anyone can be empowered to accomplish anything they decide to. Beautiful stuff.
Why bring up any injury at all I don't understand you people in this negative mindset. I know you're playing against it but I also see people saying the same thing why jinx it why have any inkling of that happening
if she start the first 3-4 years of his career injured then it's probably a tell-tell sign of whats to come cause you shouldn't be getting injured while your young but if he can stay healthy and improve year to year he's going to be scary
“I wish I was free in the universe” “You are” Thats it. Thats the moment. This kid not only has immense, unconditional confidence in what he can do, he just went out of his way to instill that confidence in JJ. Just with that little line. Damn.
@@jammingpenguin2151I really hope so. People that tall normally don’t stay healthy sadly. Hoping for the best because he is going to be amazing to watch.
I am sure JJ does not feel entirely “free in the universe” because I am sure he feels some restraint or bondage to many obligations that he and most all of have, regardless of level of success.
Basically he doesn’t feel pressure because the pressure being put on him because the pressure is simply related to basketball and he knows his life is bigger than basketball, I respect that 💪🏽
Similar to Jokic but what's more impressive is that he has all this pressure and huge expectations right at the start. Jokic had to work hard to earn everyone's respect and accolades. Both are still very likable though and I do hope future top draftees are like this and don't let the hype get into their head.
@ozman1407up bro sounds like the exact opposite of kd in Some manners💀 also believe he feels no pressure because he believes in the amount of work he has put in his game so it comes easy to him. Players in the league should take note (cough cough ben simmons🤣) 3:20 !!!!!!
@@justsomejusstsome8994 I see it the opposite. Because he's European ppl are ok with it. American players with this same mentality that it's "just a game" are crushed by the media.
@@catgenocide6940 Its not profound. Its only profound to lost souls who don't know Jesus Christ. Many people are confused about the truth and dont know God, so they get entrapped in new age spiritualism, which isn't of God.
@@handled99 let me guess, the bible is the direct, unedited, word of god, except when it isnt (which just so happens to be every time it talks about something objectively false). The entire planet did or didn't get engulfed by a flood and repopulated by some dude who put all the life on a boat?
Love the moment when JJ realizes that Wemby might be not only be a generational talent - which he has to prove and I hope he’ll do - but before all a bright and exceptionally smart guy.
I think this is also society learning from the previous generations' mistakes and his parents and coaches knowing what situation they're dealing with. I mean, this of course speaks volumes of how aware and mature his parents were raising him but I don't think it would be the same 20 years ago. And I just thought of LeBron and how he was thurst into stardom at such young age in an era where people were still realtively unaware of the perils of a celebrity lifestyle, where conditioning was not as advanced as it is now and how he handled and still handles himself - his life and career - and I have nothing but immense respect for the man. I hope Victor ends up having a great and successful career. So far, he scored a bingo on draft lottery night which sets him up pretty great for multi-faceted player development.
@mark-one6511 Yeah, Americans used to be like that, but a certain immoral, anti-education "culture" has become quite pervasive in American society. The even more unfortunate thing about that "culture", is Americans export it worldwide, and it makes the world hate Americans.
I love how he realizes he went too deep into the life teaching moment and sort of humbly apologized. Vic, as a French compatriot, I will root for you. Break the league!!
Mind is sharp, attitude is perfect, seems incredibly mature for his age and talent is mind blowing, I can’t wait to see him play, and oh, by the way, JJ is by far, the best thing to happen to basketball media in a VERY long time! ❤
@@samwilson4597 Oh, it is changing. Believe me. But in Europe prospects are still taught that work ethic is the thing that separates you and not talent.
I got the feel after listening to him that he truly in his soul believes he will be great and everything in his life that has happened thus far is “just another part of the story.” He truly believes one day he will reach the pinnacle of basketball because that’s the place in the universe he was born to be in. I appreciate and applaud his way of living life and I hope to see him achieve his goal.
It's not just that he believes he'll get there, but he understands the drive and work needed to get there, that's always the difference between the talented players and the great ones. How important is it to them to get better, to push themselves further. Hoping for the best for him.
@@enkeltrik Two things can be true. He is going to stand at the pinnacle of basketball because he knows he is free to do what he wants, whether its basketball or any facet of his life.
@@Kingfisher1215that pit has many hall of famers that don’t leave even after they retire. Guess you’ll have to watch him in a Spurs uni for next 15 years at least.
"He's reached enlightenment" Best moment of this interview. Hope Victor has a long and prosperous and GREAT career in the NBA! He has his head on right and just seems so grounded and focused on the game, which seems to be a fleeting quality in NBA talent these days.
I wasn't on the hypetrain at all. But i didn't know he was this smart, driven, focused and mature. He is PERFECT voor Pop in San Antonio. Gonna be fun to see.
@@Cashman2024-j2pI get what you're saying... BUT the exact thing people love about Pop is that he is incredible at relating to players. Age doesn't determine your ability to relate to people. I'm 40 and I have legit friends that are in their 60s and legit friends that are in teens.
The GM of the Spurs told you so… it wasn't just the basketball player that attracted them, but also the person, and his limitless potential if the universe left him free from any serious worries or injuries. I already knew him through his matches and his interviews, I am one of his compatriots. God bless him...can't wait for the full interview, he exudes so much serenity. 19 years since January....
He’s really long. Pause 😂. But seriously it’s hard to put weight on with that frame. If he stays hydrated and puts on muscle, then he should be healthy.
5:18 Holy mackerel what did that guy ask?? I know Victor was just as lost on that question. Ask a practical question instead of struggling to make yourself sound intelligent
@@partypickle2012 I know... for the same reasons... athletic, sporting, professional and human qualities. Uncommon maturity and serenity for his age. Limitless potential too.
@@nikolavideomaker I saw a report that when he was still very young he started learning English because he knew it would help him acclimate to life in the NBA. So was confident as a child that he would one day get to the point he’s at now.
@@nikolavideomakerFrench people do speak English. They just prefer speaking French. If a French person doesn’t speak English to you then you are the problem
the fact that he’s so mature and articulate even though english is completely a second language is crazy. wishing him the best, and this video gives me confidence that he’ll be who we all want him to be. almost all nba player have the skill, it’s the mindset that separates the good from the great.
As a musician, the way that he answered the first question is what it's like whenever you really develop a proficiency for playing whatever your given instrument is. It's cool to hear somebody talk about basketball like that, or rather in such a way that I am really looking forward to watching
It's all about the parents, they set the fundamental values and principles that act as pushing off points for decision-making that ultimately defines character. So stoked to see him play in the NBA and to watch him reach his potential as a player.
Your parents cannot prepare you for being worth 60 million dollars by 21. They just can’t. They can’t prepare you for having tens of thousands of people cheer or boo you. It’s unavoidable to be impacted by being a sports sensation. Let’s just be real about it as fans.
First time hearing this kid talk and his mentality is what should scare teams in the NBA the most. His skills and body type are just other things they’ll struggle to combat. Wemby we welcome you to the league!
What a special human. A breath of fresh air. We get so attuned to American culture that when we see Giannis, Jokic and now Victor, it's a real shock to the ideology.
He has a great mindset. I feel like even if he struggles. he will definitely learn and get better. To me he feels like a student of the game which will get him far ahead in his career.
@@rlh12345 Even if he stays healthy. Its easy to pad your stats on the worst team in farmer league he cant shoot skinny low ball iq takes bad shots etc. Spurs will trade him and flecce some team next season
I come back periodically. His perspective on his situation and life is fascinating. It’s even more impressive when you remember this is his second language too. I’m wishing him nothing but the best
@@LaurentCourtinesThat’s a small part of it. It’s almost exclusively due to the fact that he’s obviously of significantly above average intelligence and clearly had parents that have done a great job raising him.
French American here. This man reminds of Kylian M'bappé when he was 16 at Monaco. It's crazy how they think the same way about sports and being great. What a time for my country in sports. Super proud!
"I do everything I can, so I can deserve what I get" - what a line for every worker out there. Gonna put this on my engineering teams wall Today on our standup.
I LOVE this kid's make-up. I have a feeling that when we get to know him better, we're gonna find out that he's the Victor Wembanyama of MINDSET in the NBA. He's an alien not just because he's 7'4 and can dribble, but because at 19 he cares about meditation, knowledge of self, how to eradicate human limitations and things of that nature. "I'm free in that universe" is high level understanding. This is a special person and I hope he stays on his path and wins 7 titles.
Now that European player development is reaching the point of consistently producing top end NBA talent, I think guys will be a lot more impressive mentally, but even saying that Wemby feels 1 of 1
Pop is a shitty coach. He had teams your neighbor could have taken to the finals. We saw how good of coach he is these last couple years when the talent wasn’t great and coaching is important.
Damn, this dude is not only a freak in basketball, he's a freak mentally and I mean that as a good thing. He's still a teenager and yet speaks with a higher level of understanding of the world than most people twice or more his age. The fact he didn't think he articulated it well enough because his first language is French is also nuts. I hope this dude stays as healthy as LeBron and we finally get our generation's Kareem.
wow he has such a positive outlook on life. his confidence will run deep as he has an immense appreciation for the small things both about life & himself. this kid is gonna go as far as he wants in the NBA & in life
He grew up in a good environment, his mother is an ex professional basketball player and his dad is an ex professional track athlete. No matter how rich and famous he becomes, I believe that he'll keep his head on his shoulders. And Tim Duncan, Tony Parker and Manu Ginobili are expected to mentor him lol
His intelligence is his greatest weapon. Much like all the greats before him. This kid is the real deal. The only thing that can stop him is injury. Praying that won’t be the case
He seems like a great kid from all the interviews I have seen from him, I hope the media doesn’t mess with him because the kind of expectations people have are so unfair
Can’t wait for this young man to have an incredible career in a Silver and Black Jersey 🤩 Sky the limit with this kid cuz he’s confidence is truly remarkable.
Woooooooooo this boy is about to be THE TRUTH THE ANSWER AND THE GOAT WITH THIS MINDSET!!! I pray he stays healthy and injury free, it will be an honor to witness his greatness for several years to come
Man Wemby i am really rooting for you, I am 22 years old and I feel the same way as you about basketball. We are always really expressing ourself through our game literally everyone. And there is really something bigger than Basketball. It's so big we can't even imagine it. Thank you JJ and Tommy for this great show
I am just in awe but this young man’s answers. To already have such an understanding of what truly matters in the world at such a young age. Will be hoping for good health and success in this next stage of his life. JJ’s reaction was the same as my own.. wise beyond his years. Can’t wait for the rest to come out !
One of the best interviews you done. you deserve all of the respect JJ truly understanding players, motivations, winning, what it means to truly win a championship. Truly breaking the mold of what it means to interview an athlete at the highest level of their sport.
Duuudddeee. Can’t wait for this full episode. The kid is just amazing. Regardless of how good he will be, he is just different. As basketball fans we NEED him to hold up and not get injured. We need this star in the game we love. Damn it this is going to be amazing to watch.
Its gotta be tough when even the people involved in your profession are awe struck by your abilities. I’m glad dude is going to the Spurs, seems like a really sweet and humble guy and they will be a grounding force for him. Hope he can build a solid relationship with Pop and Tim and that they stay in his ear throughout a long and fruitful career 🤞🏻🙏🏻💯
Wise beyond his years, his talent is obvious but his mentality will be the reason no one can ever rob him of his gifts on and off the court. This is going to be a really special season I got a feeling.
5:40, what he said was how I’ve felt my whole life, I’ve always been told I’m more mature than my age, I totally get where he’s coming from and you always feel different because of that, he’s probably an old soul. He’s got a great personality.
Victor sounds like he's ready to get on the court right now tbh, gotta love it! Have to respect Redick for dropping some valuable knowledge and asking all the questions needed to challenge the kid. He seems unflappable, the new NBA season needed to start yesterday!
Man I can’t even imagine the level of pressure thats weighing down on him being so hyped up and the eventual/speculated 1st overall pick. I truly hope he comes into the league and rises to the level of everybody expectations and then some.
Wemby was basically calling out players like Ben Simmons with the mentality. And that’s why I can’t wait for him to play in the nba. He knows you gotta put your all in mentally and physically
Interesting part of the interview though have heard him interviewed in France. He puts on a hell of a lot of work and has been through a lot, just in the last year going from ASVEL to Mets92 a team that isn't going to survive because of money problems and won't be in the french league next season. Everything has been prepared around Wenbenyama for the NBA and he knows it with an enormous amount of pressure on him to perform. After years of preperation I think he knows he's arrived at a new milestone with new pressure beginning to start as all eyes will be on him when the NBA season gets under way. That's going to be another challenge, the biggest he's faced. Nothing but greatness will be asked of him and from game 1.
As an OKC fan, I CANNOT WAIT FOR WEMBY VS CHET!! Hopefully both stay free from any more big injuries and give us absolute battles for years to come in the Western Conference!
"I'm free in that universe..." -- What a line. Full interview drops tomorrow and it's so good. Subscribe if you haven't and we'll see you there.
lebron is right, victor is an alien..
Can’t wait. This guys brain is way deeper than I imagined
I have no idea what the hell anybody is saying here. Totems and the universe probably aren't the questions I'd ask a basketball player.🤔
That was so incredibly profound. I got chills. With a mindset like that anyone can be empowered to accomplish anything they decide to. Beautiful stuff.
JJ your question is too long plz make it less than 15 seconds
God, please let this kid have a career with minimal injury. What a gem! 🚀
Why bring up any injury at all I don't understand you people in this negative mindset. I know you're playing against it but I also see people saying the same thing why jinx it why have any inkling of that happening
@@29krazyk players over 7 feet are more injury prone and have shorter careers statistically and history shows it.
He's going to struggle to stay on the court with that frame
@@29krazykfacts don’t care about your feelings
if she start the first 3-4 years of his career injured then it's probably a tell-tell sign of whats to come cause you shouldn't be getting injured while your young but if he can stay healthy and improve year to year he's going to be scary
“I wish I was free in the universe”
“You are”
Thats it. Thats the moment. This kid not only has immense, unconditional confidence in what he can do, he just went out of his way to instill that confidence in JJ. Just with that little line. Damn.
He's gonna have a long career and it's gonna be something special to watch man
@@jammingpenguin2151I really hope so. People that tall normally don’t stay healthy sadly. Hoping for the best because he is going to be amazing to watch.
I am sure JJ does not feel entirely “free in the universe” because I am sure he feels some restraint or bondage to many obligations that he and most all of have, regardless of level of success.
You definitely came in your pants 👖
They're just talking dude, it's not that deep.
Basically he doesn’t feel pressure because the pressure being put on him because the pressure is simply related to basketball and he knows his life is bigger than basketball, I respect that 💪🏽
🔥🔥🔥
Similar to Jokic but what's more impressive is that he has all this pressure and huge expectations right at the start. Jokic had to work hard to earn everyone's respect and accolades. Both are still very likable though and I do hope future top draftees are like this and don't let the hype get into their head.
@ozman1407up bro sounds like the exact opposite of kd in Some manners💀 also believe he feels no pressure because he believes in the amount of work he has put in his game so it comes easy to him. Players in the league should take note (cough cough ben simmons🤣) 3:20 !!!!!!
Thats the european mindset. In the States, people make these people stars, make them feel like gods. So much so, that theyll start to lose themselves.
@@justsomejusstsome8994 I see it the opposite. Because he's European ppl are ok with it. American players with this same mentality that it's "just a game" are crushed by the media.
"Accomplishing yourself inside this universe"- This statement is extremely profound. Victor found his life goal.
Its not.
It is
@@catgenocide6940 Its not profound. Its only profound to lost souls who don't know Jesus Christ. Many people are confused about the truth and dont know God, so they get entrapped in new age spiritualism, which isn't of God.
@@handled99 "lost souls" .. It's not a place to be a Jehovah's witness, "love others and accept their differences" as your God said.
@@handled99 let me guess, the bible is the direct, unedited, word of god, except when it isnt (which just so happens to be every time it talks about something objectively false). The entire planet did or didn't get engulfed by a flood and repopulated by some dude who put all the life on a boat?
Love the moment when JJ realizes that Wemby might be not only be a generational talent - which he has to prove and I hope he’ll do - but before all a bright and exceptionally smart guy.
😅😅😅 doubt it
Yeah! You white folks always seems to think you all are the smartest ones in the room.
@@ishaguirre7842?
Can't wait for the full interview, big props for booking him JJ.
Everything Wemby does is carefully curated.
Big facts .
He’s probably making 6 figures already tbh lol
Before he even signs.. just to hear him speak Lls
jj is a bum
@@Bliinddef more
It’s not like it’s impossible to book him if you’re JJ Redick
Dude is so tall and seems so mature for his age. Excited to see him play and I think the spurs with Duncan and pop will be the perfect place for him
i think he’d be tall for any age
@@Daggermouth8kre read what he wrote my boy
I think this is also society learning from the previous generations' mistakes and his parents and coaches knowing what situation they're dealing with. I mean, this of course speaks volumes of how aware and mature his parents were raising him but I don't think it would be the same 20 years ago.
And I just thought of LeBron and how he was thurst into stardom at such young age in an era where people were still realtively unaware of the perils of a celebrity lifestyle, where conditioning was not as advanced as it is now and how he handled and still handles himself - his life and career - and I have nothing but immense respect for the man.
I hope Victor ends up having a great and successful career. So far, he scored a bingo on draft lottery night which sets him up pretty great for multi-faceted player development.
Wise beyond his years. Will absolutely be rooting for this kid's success not just in basketball but in life.
“kid” he’s an adult
thats what i love about foreign players they seem more mature than their age
@@joeyhernandez790819 ain’t much of an adult it’s just that they’re still young
@@joeyhernandez7908please stop being so dense
@mark-one6511 Yeah, Americans used to be like that, but a certain immoral, anti-education "culture" has become quite pervasive in American society. The even more unfortunate thing about that "culture", is Americans export it worldwide, and it makes the world hate Americans.
I love how he realizes he went too deep into the life teaching moment and sort of humbly apologized. Vic, as a French compatriot, I will root for you. Break the league!!
As an American, we root for him also. Hope he stays healthy and reaches his potential.
you can tell he’s one of the players who actually loves the game.
Just like Simmons
@@cameronpowe7257😂😂
na. he genuinely loves life. taking all of his tasks one by one to the maximum potential.
Mind is sharp, attitude is perfect, seems incredibly mature for his age and talent is mind blowing, I can’t wait to see him play, and oh, by the way, JJ is by far, the best thing to happen to basketball media in a VERY long time! ❤
Sad to see him go when he becomes a coach eventually
Kenny Beacham is up there w/ JJ in my opinion
overseas they raise people properly most of the time
@nbafanboy1967 thinking so far ahead!
@@samwilson4597 Oh, it is changing. Believe me. But in Europe prospects are still taught that work ethic is the thing that separates you and not talent.
I got the feel after listening to him that he truly in his soul believes he will be great and everything in his life that has happened thus far is “just another part of the story.” He truly believes one day he will reach the pinnacle of basketball because that’s the place in the universe he was born to be in.
I appreciate and applaud his way of living life and I hope to see him achieve his goal.
It's not just that he believes he'll get there, but he understands the drive and work needed to get there, that's always the difference between the talented players and the great ones. How important is it to them to get better, to push themselves further. Hoping for the best for him.
I think your wrong on so many levels 😂
He literally said it's bigger than basketball. His philosophy is far more profound than that.
@@enkeltrik Two things can be true. He is going to stand at the pinnacle of basketball because he knows he is free to do what he wants, whether its basketball or any facet of his life.
@@ImAviex He is so young and until now accomplished everything he wanted to.
"I do what I can so I deserve what I get". I feel u bro. Looking forward to seeing u in the NBA
And in a city that isn’t a pit.
@@Kingfisher1215that pit has many hall of famers that don’t leave even after they retire. Guess you’ll have to watch him in a Spurs uni for next 15 years at least.
"He's reached enlightenment"
Best moment of this interview. Hope Victor has a long and prosperous and GREAT career in the NBA! He has his head on right and just seems so grounded and focused on the game, which seems to be a fleeting quality in NBA talent these days.
I wasn't on the hypetrain at all. But i didn't know he was this smart, driven, focused and mature. He is PERFECT voor Pop in San Antonio. Gonna be fun to see.
Haha this guy is literally perfect for pop, character as great as his talent. Big up Wemby
Poops needs to retire and leave it to someone who understands this era of positionless basketball! The spurs have been abysmal post kawhi era.
@@AndroidGuru13 duhhh to get this guy 😂
@@AndroidGuru13exactly all these old coaches keep getting used bring younger coaches in who can relate
@@Cashman2024-j2pI get what you're saying... BUT the exact thing people love about Pop is that he is incredible at relating to players. Age doesn't determine your ability to relate to people. I'm 40 and I have legit friends that are in their 60s and legit friends that are in teens.
The GM of the Spurs told you so… it wasn't just the basketball player that attracted them, but also the person, and his limitless potential if the universe left him free from any serious worries or injuries.
I already knew him through his matches and his interviews, I am one of his compatriots.
God bless him...can't wait for the full interview, he exudes so much serenity.
19 years since January....
he wouldve been 1st pick regardless of the team lol
Well the gm of the spurs is a confirmed liar now...😂😂
He’s really long. Pause 😂. But seriously it’s hard to put weight on with that frame. If he stays hydrated and puts on muscle, then he should be healthy.
5:18 Holy mackerel what did that guy ask?? I know Victor was just as lost on that question.
Ask a practical question instead of struggling to make yourself sound intelligent
@@partypickle2012 I know... for the same reasons... athletic, sporting, professional and human qualities.
Uncommon maturity and serenity for his age. Limitless potential too.
He's very well spoken for his age. Looking forward to see how his career goes!
Very interesting that a French dude knows English so well, Frenchies rarely do so. Seens like a smart kid
@@nikolavideomaker I saw a report that when he was still very young he started learning English because he knew it would help him acclimate to life in the NBA. So was confident as a child that he would one day get to the point he’s at now.
@@nikolavideomakerFrench people know English better than most other countries plus this kid dreamed of the NBA where they speak English
@@nikolavideomaker Wrong. But he surely is above average no question about that
@@nikolavideomakerFrench people do speak English. They just prefer speaking French. If a French person doesn’t speak English to you then you are the problem
the fact that he’s so mature and articulate even though english is completely a second language is crazy. wishing him the best, and this video gives me confidence that he’ll be who we all want him to be. almost all nba player have the skill, it’s the mindset that separates the good from the great.
Spurs are so lucky to come around to another big such as Wemby. Can't wait to see this man's progression.
Remarkable depth of conciousness for someone that young. It's gonna be a joy to watch him develop and express his creative flow on the court.
As a musician, the way that he answered the first question is what it's like whenever you really develop a proficiency for playing whatever your given instrument is. It's cool to hear somebody talk about basketball like that, or rather in such a way that I am really looking forward to watching
you ain't no musican bozo 😂😂
Agreed. It’s the best feeling ever.
@@Tribal_Sky75What's the problem little man?
Why so obnoxious?
Sport is a creative outlet too for some of us Basketball is his tool/instrument
I'd like to rewatch that Pixar movie now😉
It's all about the parents, they set the fundamental values and principles that act as pushing off points for decision-making that ultimately defines character. So stoked to see him play in the NBA and to watch him reach his potential as a player.
Not always lol there are situations where kids got sub par parents of only one parent but still have the same mindset
Your parents cannot prepare you for being worth 60 million dollars by 21. They just can’t. They can’t prepare you for having tens of thousands of people cheer or boo you. It’s unavoidable to be impacted by being a sports sensation. Let’s just be real about it as fans.
Way more than a basketball player. This kid is wise beyond his years. Rooting for him!
The last line is the best… When Riddick said "I wish I was free in the universe…" And he replied "you are." I'm impressed
He got the class, the charisma, the talk and the skills to back it all up. Can’t wait to see you Wemby
First time hearing this kid talk and his mentality is what should scare teams in the NBA the most. His skills and body type are just other things they’ll struggle to combat. Wemby we welcome you to the league!
He has a 30 year old mindset, very well spoken, and very mature for his age. Perfect fit for the spurs I mean perfect fit for him.
What a special human. A breath of fresh air. We get so attuned to American culture that when we see Giannis, Jokic and now Victor, it's a real shock to the ideology.
Damn this young man is generational on and off the court. His parents including himself did one hell of a job!
He's a very talented kid, but I don't think he is his own parent.
@@0ffspringfan ?
@@0ffspringfanI love this kinda banter LMFAO!!
Spurs are the perfect fit for him. He’s going to be a star
And they can put some weight on him with those churros
@@zak725 big ol women
He could be the next Tim Duncan
Or he is going to be injured his entire career.
Let the story unfold.
Or he could be the first Victor Wembanyama
He has a great mindset. I feel like even if he struggles. he will definitely learn and get better. To me he feels like a student of the game which will get him far ahead in his career.
He will be the biggest flop of all time Mark my words
@@Schopenhauer01 ???
@@Phoresight This hype merchant wont even be better than Ayton
@@Schopenhauer01 Only if injuries become an issue.
@@rlh12345 Even if he stays healthy. Its easy to pad your stats on the worst team in farmer league he cant shoot skinny low ball iq takes bad shots etc. Spurs will trade him and flecce some team next season
I pray that Wembanyama stays injury free and get to inspire people through his hard work and love for the game.
Yeah with pop💪
Just bulk up like Giannis and he is set!
@@MLGDouglas bulk up like giannis and he will be injured,don t work like that
I come back periodically. His perspective on his situation and life is fascinating. It’s even more impressive when you remember this is his second language too. I’m wishing him nothing but the best
As a lifelong spurs fan im so psyched that this young man will be leading our team! God bless him and his career!
Time to get rid of Pop
JJ: “So what grounds you?”
Wemby: “You ever have an existential crisis?”
Victor seems to have already some deep philosophical view on how to live his life.. Quite impressive considering his young age 😮
It's being French. They still have public philosophy as part of the Public discourse. Meanwhile? We have Fox, MSNBC and Rogan.
@@LaurentCourtinesThat’s a small part of it. It’s almost exclusively due to the fact that he’s obviously of significantly above average intelligence and clearly had parents that have done a great job raising him.
@@georgepoly4842wow that’s surprising
@@86Sentrawhy?
@@georgepoly4842 idk man it does seem like french teens (by and large) tend to be more mature in there philo / political perspectives
French American here. This man reminds of Kylian M'bappé when he was 16 at Monaco. It's crazy how they think the same way about sports and being great. What a time for my country in sports. Super proud!
🇫🇷🇫🇷
Yes I was also thinking about Mbappe throughout this interview. Both are generational talent
ewww french ppl
both super intelligent and mature! Man France already has best player in the world in soccer and Rugby, maybe soon in Basketball ... tennis next?!
The french do black people dirty though
"I do everything I can, so I can deserve what I get" - what a line for every worker out there. Gonna put this on my engineering teams wall Today on our standup.
Man they will quit and start their own company and that would be beautiful.
Stop forcing people,they will do their work.
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except wemby is pushing himself to achieve his own goal, while your employees are being demanded to push themselves for your own gratification
Just display a poster of MJ dunking on Mutombo and your team will be productive to the max
It's gonna be a beautiful stand up brother, when they all go self employed reconsider starting career in comedy 😂😂😂😂
This dude could turn out to be an absolute monster. Im honestly glad he’ll get some seasons under Pop. He knows how to mold winners.
I LOVE this kid's make-up. I have a feeling that when we get to know him better, we're gonna find out that he's the Victor Wembanyama of MINDSET in the NBA. He's an alien not just because he's 7'4 and can dribble, but because at 19 he cares about meditation, knowledge of self, how to eradicate human limitations and things of that nature. "I'm free in that universe" is high level understanding. This is a special person and I hope he stays on his path and wins 7 titles.
He’s the spaceman. He doesn’t need to create space for a shot. He is the space
I’m not usually impressed by the draft prospects answers but this dude is different. Idk what the future holds for him but it will be something great.
Americans vs. non Americans. Unfortunately there is a huge difference. Sad.
Yeh, not American.
Now that European player development is reaching the point of consistently producing top end NBA talent, I think guys will be a lot more impressive mentally, but even saying that Wemby feels 1 of 1
@@hb-roboluka is probably the only prospect to actually develop in Europe, who are you talking about?
@@enterpassword3313 you clearly know nothing about Jokic and Giannis' careers
Thankfully a smart organization drafted him. Can’t wait to see how Pop and the staff helps him be his best.
Pop needs to retire
Pop is a shitty coach. He had teams your neighbor could have taken to the finals. We saw how good of coach he is these last couple years when the talent wasn’t great and coaching is important.
Just cuz he goin to the spurs don mean pop knows how to handle him
@@proBLKtee22would you rather him going to the hornets lol
@@proBLKtee22a confident humble young talent whos foreign and big? Yeah pop has no clue about that right
This kid gets it! He is going to be a monster out there and with that attitude and mindset, I believe every word he says.
He's not just a generational type of athlete, He's also an embodiment of such greatness that you can recognize rarely in any aspects in this life.
JJ talking about the totem had me dead bro 😂 Wemby had great responses
JJ running away from the competition with this interview. You stuntin' on em now JJ. Lmao.
Love that we can get an unfiltered, genuine interview with Wemby. Thanks JJ
Damn, this dude is not only a freak in basketball, he's a freak mentally and I mean that as a good thing. He's still a teenager and yet speaks with a higher level of understanding of the world than most people twice or more his age. The fact he didn't think he articulated it well enough because his first language is French is also nuts. I hope this dude stays as healthy as LeBron and we finally get our generation's Kareem.
wow he has such a positive outlook on life. his confidence will run deep as he has an immense appreciation for the small things both about life & himself. this kid is gonna go as far as he wants in the NBA & in life
His maturity and how he articulates himself is incredibly impressive for his age
English isnt even his first language which makes it all the more impressive and he’s a teenager still. Insane
Dude could bust me open speaking French too
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Huge for JJ to get this quick! The basketball world wishes nothing but the best for Wemby.
This kid will achieve great
Things, basketball or no basketball. What a mind. Rooting for him❤️
Wemby's hype in France have been so great all year long, he's a really good kid, we all hope he will stay healthy and will accomplish great things !!
What a good interview with Wembanyama. He’s amazing, smart and spiritual too !
He grew up in a good environment, his mother is an ex professional basketball player and his dad is an ex professional track athlete. No matter how rich and famous he becomes, I believe that he'll keep his head on his shoulders. And Tim Duncan, Tony Parker and Manu Ginobili are expected to mentor him lol
Tony Parker I don’t know about if you know you know but he’s going phenomenal player
What an amazing mindset and confidence without being cocky. Like what my god what a prospect of a human nevermind a basketball player
huge duke fan and u were my fav college player of all time. grats on your show u r such a great interviewer. keep up the great work
His intelligence is his greatest weapon. Much like all the greats before him. This kid is the real deal. The only thing that can stop him is injury. Praying that won’t be the case
He seems like a great kid from all the interviews I have seen from him, I hope the media doesn’t mess with him because the kind of expectations people have are so unfair
Can’t wait for this young man to have an incredible career in a Silver and Black Jersey 🤩 Sky the limit with this kid cuz he’s confidence is truly remarkable.
He's a matured man, congrats to the spurs they are a match made in heaven.
Woooooooooo this boy is about to be THE TRUTH THE ANSWER AND THE GOAT WITH THIS MINDSET!!! I pray he stays healthy and injury free, it will be an honor to witness his greatness for several years to come
That young man is living in his purpose and his mindset will take him very far! Excited to witness this
Man Wemby i am really rooting for you, I am 22 years old and I feel the same way as you about basketball. We are always really expressing ourself through our game literally everyone. And there is really something bigger than Basketball. It's so big we can't even imagine it. Thank you JJ and Tommy for this great show
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Wow this kids mind is even more impressive than his length and talent. Cant wait to see him play. Legend in the making!
I am just in awe but this young man’s answers. To already have such an understanding of what truly matters in the world at such a young age. Will be hoping for good health and success in this next stage of his life. JJ’s reaction was the same as my own.. wise beyond his years. Can’t wait for the rest to come out !
"I wish I was free in the universe" Wemby: "you are". I wish people could realize just how simple it all truly is.
Love this kid! Hope he has a long and successful career.
yeah this is really starting to hit for me now. i can't wait to see him in the league
This dude is special on all fronts, I wanna see him define the next era of professional sports
lmao talk about high expectations
@@red-bd3mcobviously there’s high expectations he’s 7’5 with a jump shot and handles
Love this kid!! Can’t wait to see him out and around the city!!! 🔥🙏
First interview I've seen with him. Pretty impressive. I appreciate jjs career. Love the show!
Wembanyama just maxed out every stat there is, huh? Height, skills, charisma, enlightenment...everything. This is gonna be great
One of the best interviews you done. you deserve all of the respect JJ truly understanding players, motivations, winning, what it means to truly win a championship. Truly breaking the mold of what it means to interview an athlete at the highest level of their sport.
It's a good time to be a Spurs fan....its a good time to love the game!
Duuudddeee. Can’t wait for this full episode. The kid is just amazing. Regardless of how good he will be, he is just different. As basketball fans we NEED him to hold up and not get injured. We need this star in the game we love. Damn it this is going to be amazing to watch.
"I wish i was free in the universe" "you are". Wiser words were not spoken
JJ : “ Eph man …. I wish I was free in the universe . “
Vic : YOU ARE
He’s in touch with his soul. Gotta love it 💎
I pray that wemby stays injury free and get to inspire people through his hard work and love for the game
Its gotta be tough when even the people involved in your profession are awe struck by your abilities. I’m glad dude is going to the Spurs, seems like a really sweet and humble guy and they will be a grounding force for him. Hope he can build a solid relationship with Pop and Tim and that they stay in his ear throughout a long and fruitful career 🤞🏻🙏🏻💯
I feel like I just watched history. Like, this interview is his arrival. Wow.
And rookie season was hisory as well
Wise beyond his years, his talent is obvious but his mentality will be the reason no one can ever rob him of his gifts on and off the court. This is going to be a really special season I got a feeling.
5:40, what he said was how I’ve felt my whole life, I’ve always been told I’m more mature than my age, I totally get where he’s coming from and you always feel different because of that, he’s probably an old soul. He’s got a great personality.
This guy is actually beyond the capabilities of a created player in 2K. JUST UNREAL ‼️
THIS. This is amazing thank you JJ for taking the time & effort in such a great interview with Wemby. Much appreciated!
Victor sounds like he's ready to get on the court right now tbh, gotta love it! Have to respect Redick for dropping some valuable knowledge and asking all the questions needed to challenge the kid. He seems unflappable, the new NBA season needed to start yesterday!
When jj said, "I wish I was free," and Wemby said, " You are." That was deep😮. Please don't let the haters inter Wembys life..😊
Man I can’t even imagine the level of pressure thats weighing down on him being so hyped up and the eventual/speculated 1st overall pick. I truly hope he comes into the league and rises to the level of everybody expectations and then some.
Wemby was basically calling out players like Ben Simmons with the mentality. And that’s why I can’t wait for him to play in the nba. He knows you gotta put your all in mentally and physically
If Ben had 1/100th the mindset of Wemby he'd have a ring by now
@@jerm_ he’d be at least top 5pg in the league for sure
Cant wait to see this young man play. Thank you JJ always great content!
Interesting part of the interview though have heard him interviewed in France.
He puts on a hell of a lot of work and has been through a lot, just in the last year going from ASVEL to Mets92 a team that isn't going to survive because of money problems and won't be in the french league next season.
Everything has been prepared around Wenbenyama for the NBA and he knows it with an enormous amount of pressure on him to perform.
After years of preperation I think he knows he's arrived at a new milestone with new pressure beginning to start as all eyes will be on him when the NBA season gets under way. That's going to be another challenge, the biggest he's faced. Nothing but greatness will be asked of him and from game 1.
This guy is a artist and basketball is his way of expression.
"Establish myself in the universe"...goals... i just became a fan.
Hope this kid turns out man! Not just for the culture but because he seems like a great guy
As an OKC fan, I CANNOT WAIT FOR WEMBY VS CHET!! Hopefully both stay free from any more big injuries and give us absolute battles for years to come in the Western Conference!
Wemby gonna f him up 😂 it’ll be fun to see them play against each other tho
Wemby Tore him apart last time and he has improved a lot since. Chet has not been on the court fir a year …
Battle of the summer league injuries, can't wait...
if he ends up succeeding in the league or not i think he's already achieved things that others havent. and that makes him special. truly one of one
he had great answers . I have a similar mindset