Victor Wembanyama Is Something That We Cannot Comprehend | J. Kyle Mann | The Ringer 

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As a euro fan, the only issue with his move to Metro is that he's not playing in the Euroleague, and it would have been interesting to see him play against top competition in Europe as a first option, with a bunch of old slavs in the paint who want to beat him up. That is kinda smart from an NBA perspective since it "saves" him from further scrutiny, but at the same time US scouts and media seem to care more about two games against teenagers than the proper pro ball he's been playing for years. Even Luka was questioned after being Euroleague MVP because he didn't play against Kansan and SMU.

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I'm starting to think Wembanyama is actually less likely to get injured than past gigantically tall players--mostly because he's so remarkably flexible. When J Kyle Mann said, "Could he get hurt? Yes" the clip he showed looked like a disastrous slip, based on how his legs bent and splayed, but he just popped up from it. Most huge players in the past have been pretty stiff, even if they were good--they didn't have the athleticism, agility and flexibility of Wembanyama. Obviously, injuries can still happen to anyone and Wembanyama's size is always going to be a risk factor, but I think (similar to someone like Olajuwon) he has the right attributes to have a solid chance of avoiding catastrophic injury.

Rarest of rare combinations of length, fluidity, skill, and will in a young player. No prospect comes close as far as physical "eye test" goes except the hall of greats like Wilt, Lebron, Kareem. These were guys who as PREP players emerged as bonafide for sure things. Victor is there. Only a injury can derail what will soon be obvious, that this guy is the true NEXT GUY. The guy that the next generation of basketball will be built around. Not a single human alive on a ball court will be able to deal with this kid if the luck of injury and simple nutrition and determination takes hold. VW simply has incredible skills defensively in regards to positioning and IQ, coupled with his outwordly measurables. There situations where he is completely 1-3 feet drifting afar, and as the driver converges on the rim, this guy from feet away is able to swat the shot at the rim. I truly believe this Kid would wake up and in "bust" form be a Robert Gobert with slightly more offense. That means someone who wins multiple DPOY awards, and averages a career double/double with some eye popping occasional nights. This is this kid's FLOOR. The Upside of Wenbanyama is this generations' Wilt Chamberlain. And due to Lebron coming along and devaluing (in some regards)the need for "most championships", the possibility of his numbers and eye popping feats are greatly anticipated. This kid will offer that in abundance. And it won't be the over-generated "simple things" like a breakaway dunk, but rather this guy at this size will nightly make people say WOW; WHAT DID I JUST SEE? Not to mention his versatility and offensive prowess already in a spaced league should offer potential sensational performances beginning in his rookie year. Other unique prospects brought a sense of flair like a Lamelo, Lebron, Zion, Kobe, KG, a Bird, a Magic, and Pistol Pete/Iverson. But Kid with his physical profile offers that and the game to go with it. It's going to be a pleasure watching this kid in the league. There is simply no ceiling barring significant injury what this kid can accomplish. Not too many people have ever existed with this size/skill. I truly will predict that MJ rookie scoring record could be in danger. I think it's a high regard, but not even CLOSE to what my heart tells me this kid can statistically accomplish.

The writing for this video's script was phenomenal. Flowed effortlessly with poeticism and clarity. Great stuff!

I think most people are rooting for him to stay healthy, because that combination you went over is just so exciting that you don't want it to be taken away from injuries, but history isn't kind to players that tall, but to every rules there has to be an exception, and I don't think I'm alone in hoping he's it, especially since he definitely seems very comfortable with his size since he developed at such an early age.

Yeah, I've been keeping my eye on this kid for a few years now. It's been insane watching his growth, literally and in skill-set. His defensive instincts are better than 99% of the league he isn't old enough to join yet. He is the most insane prospect I have ever witnessed. I can't get enough of this kid.

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Great vid! I've had my ❤️ broken too many times. If he doesn't break in half it will be a miracle. Fingers crossed he stays healthy 👏👏

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Kyle your basketball videos are always world class and you and Ben Taylor are in a league of your own But I wanna say I've seen enough, your music references are always fire when are you sharing your Spotify playlists?

Just watched Wemby in person in his first home game as a spur - eye level with him in the stands it was exactly like the Jurassic park meme - had to return to this video -everything in this still applies - very f-ing exciting to be an nba fan rn -also an incredible (!) video ,Kyle Mann you are the best basketball content creator on YT - hope to see more from you and Megan I know this must take forever to make and it shows in everything you make. Fantastic work , brother

I was born the year Hakeem Olajuwon was drafted, and he's my favorite player of all time. There's a lot of him i see in Wemby, especially since the guys who inspire him (KD, Dirk) were inspired by Dream. I hope his health holds up, he's going to be special.

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This video was so good. Thanks and well done. 👏🏼

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Kyle is a savage for 1:54 😅

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Stellar Video, Kyle. Love your sensibility, humor and insight. So happy to see you have a new vid up.

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Welcome back. I miss the ain't enough been said though. Could you do a round up on this rookie class pretty please. Banchero looks promising

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A new J Kyle Mann video lets gooooooo. Wemby is unreal, I don't see how he busts without injury. Would be cool to see him land with the Spurs

Kyle, that subtle Fyre Fest visual reference was exceptional. I laughed.

I wish they made more JKM videos. They are a sanctuary of YT sports essays with the humor, hoops insight and movie references. More!!

J Kyle Mann is a Real Estate fan!! Great reference, and video.

Still absolutely unfathomable how little hype there was around Luka in comparison. Those dudes are in the same ballpark.

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Big ups for the Lupe shout-out

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So so good. This vid and Wemby.

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I know it was literally a split second, but kudos on the fyre fest water bottle guy joke. Subtle and brilliant. 👨‍🍳 💋

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Use to work out with someone with his frame. That's tough off season work for a few years. The dangers of increase size and strength fir a few months is injuries as the mind adjusts to the differences irrationally until re-trained. Let's see how management guard their man.

Just want to say a Lupe Fiasco reference is great. totally underrated MC

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He opened with a Lupe Fiasco reference. Automatic W. We are in for a good one

this was great

4:02 The French Revolution nickname goes hard af

And now he gets to train under Popovich and potentially mentored by Duncan. He's going to be sensational.

Waitin on that scary terry vid, one of the most underrated guards in the league in my opinion

The Real Estate reference was wildly unneccessary but I'm here for it.

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Also shoutout to Real Estate - great band and song

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My main question regards his frame. We already saw Chet go down in off-season play and miss the year. Big, lanky kids seem more vulnerable to lower body injuries. I lived through the unhappy Porzingis era in Dallas when he missed more than half his games with us. Just a concern.

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Shout out to Megan for creating & keeping the iconic *Dime Drop* design (IYKYK) all of these videos later.

At the end of the day it's all going to come down to health for Wemby. As we've seen historically, the taller you are the harder it is to be on the court consistently. Yes there are outliers (like Kareem) but for the most part if you're 7'2+ you struggle with availability.

The suttle Fire Festival joke was SUPER funny

Nice vid

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That Fyre Fest reference kills me.

I knew Mr. Mann was about to make a video on Wemby

Can't wait till I c him on 2k next year

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My team is too good to get him anyway so I just want this kid to stay healthy. It'd be awesome if we get 10 years with him in the league.

love the Real Estate shoutout

S Tier breakdown 💯💯

The beat in the background sounds like a remake of “Ups & Down” by Snoop Dogg 👌🏾

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Love the reference to my Pacers guy Rik Smits may not have been an all timer but was very much a decent player and would have been better regarded if not for injuries

Im just imagining this guy as a goalie in soccer!!!

Offensive ceiling of KD. Defensive ceiling of Rudy Gobert. And then some. That's outrageous.

The Fyre Festival reference 😂😂

Did you get a new mic? The voiceover sounds outstanding

Victor the Super Unicorn Wembanyama

Honestly, seeing Wemby alongside guys we have height w/o shoes measurements for, I wouldn't be surprised if he's actually 7'4+ w/o shoes but said he's 7'3 because it is a less concerning height.

Looking for the source of the image at 4:02. Cool picture

The clip at 9:20 is insane. The was his arm stretches out to get that block blows my mind. He’s unbelievably long. Pause.

Feels like ages since J. Kyle Mann's last video

he is gonna be a monster like luka in the future....i already saw a potential in him in his FIBA U16....he is gonna be a franchise player soon.....

At 1:04 was the guy going up for a dunk or a layup when victor blocked him? I’m genuinely curious

0:24 that was dangerous

Rik Smits gots tons of love in Indiana!

Shoutout The Dunking Dutchman, pride of Marist College

The Fyre festival reference 🤣😂

Is that a frame from the movie Misery (1990) at 1m54s - suggesting teams suffer horrific injuries for the opportunity to draft Wembanyama? Who else caught this? J Kyle Mann I salute you for the deepest of deep cuts.