The San Antonio Spurs are having a magnificent offseason by getting veterans to complement their promising players like Victor Wembanyama . The Frenchman convincingly won Rookie of the Year for the 2023/24 season, and he looks set to have a legendary career if he keeps it up.
Apart from his production on the court, Wemby had highlight plays on a nightly basis, trending around social media with his ridiculous dunks, a showcase of long-range shooting, and more. As a new Spurs player, Chris Paul is excited to play with Victor and have a closer look at the highlights he enjoyed watching.
"There's no player in the league that everybody talks about more after the game. Me and Harrison were on our flight talking about how cool it's going to be at this point in our careers to get a chance to appreciate him day in and day out," CP3 said about playing with Wembanyama.
CP3 could unlock Wemby's potential
Even at 39, Chris has the playmaking chops and basketball IQ to remain relevant in the NBA. His play style does not require elite athleticism, as he can play well into his 40s. However, Paul's one-year contract with the Spurs might indicate his plans beyond the 2024/25 season.
'The Point God' is a fantastic distributor for his teammates, as seen in his partnership with Blake Griffin in the Lob City days with the Los Angeles Clippers. He has also done it throughout his career with pick-and-roll plays with Tyson Chandler , David West, DeAndre Jordan, and Deandre Ayton.
Vic is the most talented big man CP3 has ever played with because they could do a classic pick-and-roll, but Wemby has the talent to pop out and punish you with his sweet shooting stroke. The French big man is a natural talent, so he could build strong chemistry with Paul, who is known for doing everything he can to maximize a star player's potential.
After averaging 21.4 points, 10.6 rebounds, and a league-leading 3.6 blocks per game, Wemby is still on an upward trajectory. He already had All-NBA-level stats in his first year, so there is still untapped potential, which bodes well for San Antonio's future as some people expect them to be a contender for a spot in the Playoffs .
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CP3 could be a valuable mentor
Due to his experience as an 18-year NBA veteran, Paul's presence in the locker room could play a huge role in the young players' long-term futures. Chris signed a one-year deal with San Antonio, which means he would love to maximize every bit of his 82-game spell with the team.
Combining CP3 and Gregg Popovich 's intelligence could go a long way for the team filled with younger players. The player who benefits the most from Paul would be Stephon Castle, the fourth overall pick of the 2024 NBA Draft. Castle primarily played as a shooting guard in college but is on track to be a point guard in the NBA, meaning Chris would be a fantastic mentor.
Coach Pop and the Spurs front office made a low-risk decision to sign CP3 because they know veterans like him and Harrison Barnes are willing to teach the youngsters about playing the right way and developing through the ups and downs of an NBA career.
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