Victor Wembanyama Goes Viral for Getting Ankles Broken at Olympics

NBA rising star and French national team member Victor Wembanyama is trending on social media after getting his ankles broken by Franz Wagner during Thursday's game against Germany.

The high-stakes matchup determined which team would advance to face either Serbia or the United States in the gold medal game, adding extra intensity to the contest.

With just over a minute left in the third quarter and France leading 56-50, Wagner showcased his skills at the top of the key. He drove left before pulling back for a step-back jumper, leaving Wembanyama, who was defending, stumbling and falling to the ground.

Despite the impressive move, Wagner missed the shot, so the highlight wasn't as damaging to France's position as it might have been.

This incident adds another chapter to the rivalry between Wembanyama and Wagner at the Olympics.

Their previous encounter on Friday saw Wagner delivering a fierce dunk over Wembanyama, highlighting the competitive edge between the two.

Considering Wembanyama’s size and reputation as one of the NBA's top defenders—he finished second in the 2023 Defensive Player of the Year voting—it was surprising to see him caught off guard.

Despite this moment, Wembanyama didn't let it define his performance. Later in that game, he responded with a remarkable block on Wagner’s shot attempt and secured the rebound, reinforcing his defensive capabilities.

At just 19 years old, Wembanyama’s accomplishments, including his NBA Rookie of the Year campaign and Olympic participation, are impressive. Even elite players like him occasionally find themselves on the wrong side of a highlight, reminding us of the unpredictable nature of the game.

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