Victor Wembanyama’s third NBA season has quickly turned into a statement campaign. After a string of injuries last season, the San Antonio Spurs finished 13th in the West with a 34–48 record, now competing at the top of the conference.
At its core is a two-pronged cheat code that has evolved into a legitimate MVP contender. And well, Boston Celtics’ Jaylen Brown has immense respect for Wembey, recently claiming he doesn’t count the French international as ‘human’.
“That guy Wemby is a problem, a big problem. When I say I’m the best two-way player in the league, that doesn’t count Wemby… He’s not even human. I’m the best human player.”
Jaylen Brown on Victor Wembanyama 😅
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“That guy Wembey is a problem, a big problem. When I say I’m the best two-way player in the league, it’s not counting Wembey… He’s not even human. I’m the best human player,” Brown said during a livestream on Twitch, according to a post on X by ClutchPoints.
Well, when one of the best players in the league has such praise to give, there is no doubt that Wembanyama is a real freak. Nearly two-thirds of the way through the 2025-26 season, the 22-year-old French phenom is averaging 23.8 points, 11.2 rebounds, 3 blocks and 2.9 assists per game, while shooting 51.1% from the field and 36.3% from three-point range. Despite his physical stature, Wembanyama’s ability to pass the ball is what really sets him apart. He is capable of shooting from anywhere and is only going to get better in the coming years, which is a scary prospect in itself.
Defensively, Wembanyama remains arguably the most destructive player in the league. Standing 7 feet 4 inches tall with an eight-foot wingspan, Wembanyama has the longest reach in the NBA, which he uses to his full potential to take on attackers. After winning Rookie of the Year in 2024 and earning All-Star recognition in 2025, he is now firmly established among the league’s elite class and is seen as a leading candidate to compete for the MVP award as well as Defensive Player of the Year.
Considering the impact he has already had on the game and the fact that he is just getting started, Brown’s comments seem completely spot on.
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