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Rich Paul reveals he is convinced that Victor Wembanyama is the next face of the league
TL;DR
Rich Paul believes Victor Wembanyama is set to become the next face of the NBA. Wembanyama's impressive postseason debut and personality have made him a favorite among fans as LeBron James and Stephen Curry near the end of their careers.
Key points
- Rich Paul believes Victor Wembanyama is the next face of the NBA
- Wembanyama dominated in his postseason debut
- He is an offensive powerhouse and strong rim protector
- LeBron James and Stephen Curry are nearing the end of their careers
- Wembanyama has endeared himself to NBA fans
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Victor Wembanyama just made his postseason debut for the San Antonio Spurs, and in typical Wemby fashion, he dominated. He showcased why he is one of the league's best players in only his third year by being an offensive powerhouse and an impenetrable rim protector.
Aside from his on-court productivity, Wembanyama has shown enough personality to have endeared him to most NBA fans. Since LeBron James and Stephen Curry are in the twilight of their careers, Wemby might be the next face of the league.
Rich Paul anoints Victor Wembanyama as the NBA's next face
For the longest time, LeBron has been the face of the league. Even when Kobe Bryant was still playing, James managed to overtake him and truly became the league's number one guy.
Curry has done a great job of matching James, as they are both extremely popular. However, they are nearing retirement, which means other players will need to step up. Super agent Rich Paul thinks Wemby is the best choice.
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Considering Paul is one of the most successful agents in NBA history, he knows what he is talking about. Wemby has all the tools to become the face of the league with his performances, personality, and overall reputation.
Q&A
Why does Rich Paul think Victor Wembanyama will be the next face of the NBA?
Rich Paul is convinced of Wembanyama's potential due to his dominant performance on the court and his ability to connect with fans.
What did Victor Wembanyama showcase in his postseason debut?
In his postseason debut, Wembanyama demonstrated his offensive skills and defensive prowess as a rim protector.
How does Victor Wembanyama compare to LeBron James and Stephen Curry?
Wembanyama is seen as a successor to LeBron James and Stephen Curry, who are both nearing the end of their careers, positioning him as the future face of the league.
