NBA fans around the world are well-versed with Victor Wembanyama at this point in time. The 19-year-old is an incredible basketball talent and is expected to be the next big thing in the sport. After months of speculation, there is finally some clarity about his future. The San Antonio Spurs recently acquired the rights to the #1 overall pick for the 2023 NBA draft, which makes them eligible to draft Wembanyama. As this piece of news does the rounds of the Internet, various eminent names from the world of basketball have reacted.

Tony Parker, the Spurs legend, and Wembanyama have a lot in common. They both are French and Wembanyama is well on his way to joining the Spurs. Following the NBA draft lottery, Parker had a few words for Wembanyama.

NBA legend congratulates Victor Wembanyama on social media

The Spurs have a rich history of drafting elite basketball stars. The last time they had the #1 overall pick, the team drafted Tim Duncan. He went on to have a Hall of Fame career winning multiple titles and accolades with the Spurs.

It seems they will soon have another superstar out of the draft. After it was declared that the Spurs will have the rights to the #1 overall pick, Spurs legend Tony Parker took to Instagram and congratulated the French wonderkid on his story.

He wrote, “Yesss he’s going to the Spurs. Amazing, so proud of you.” Interestingly, he shared an old picture of a young Wembanyama sporting a Spurs jersey. It also happened to be the #9 Spurs jersey which was worn by Parker himself.

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Parker is one of Wembanyama’s idols. In fact, the youngster asserted that the Spurs and France have a special connection because of the four-time NBA champion’s legacy. Additionally, Wembanyama also promised to carry on and recreate his legacy. Considering Parker’s history in the NBA, the youngster has a huge task on his hands

Wembanyama made some huge promises

The San Antonio Spurs have struggled in the league for quite some time now. Wembanyama can make the team better immediately. Interestingly, the youngster has some plans already. It seems like he is looking to win an NBA title as soon as possible.

“A team player. I am going to make everything to win as many games as I can. I’m trying to win a ring ASAP so, be ready,” said Wembanyama after the NBA draft lottery.

He is currently playing for the Metropolitans 92 in France. This season, he averaged 21.6 points, 10.5 rebounds, and 3.1 blocks per game. Although he might be dominating in the French league, the NBA is a different ball game. With all the hype and the expectations on his shoulders, performing at the highest level of basketball will be no easy feat for Wembanyama.

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