Draymond Green explains why everyone in the NBA is scared about Victor Wembanyama

Green went further by insisting Wembanyama is not playing like someone new to playoff basketball. He believes that contrast is what makes the situation so concerning for rivals.

“I think everybody’s speaking on their youth, but he’s not playing like a rookie. I mean, excuse me, a rookie in the playoffs. He’s not playing like this is his first time in the playoffs.

“And, you know, he’s in his third year and like, it doesn’t look like that. He’s looking like a seasoned vet out there in these playoffs. And that’s scary for everyone else,” he concluded.

Victor Wembanyama’s playoff numbers underline Draymond Green’s point

Wembanyama’s performances so far back up Green’s assessment. The Spurs star is averaging 21 points, 8.5 rebounds, two assists and four blocks per game, according to SofaScore.

Those numbers highlight his consistency and influence across both ends of the floor. Few players in the postseason are matching that level of all-round production.

However, his toughest test could still lie ahead. If the Denver Nuggets overturn their series against the Minnesota Timberwolves, a new challenge will emerge.

Wembanyama may be tasked with guarding Nikola Jokic for an entire series. That potential matchup would provide a defining measure of his defensive ceiling.

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