While he will make his NBA debut in just over a month, Victor Wembanyama answered questions from the French press before the broadcast of a documentary entitled “UN1QUE”, which traces his time with the Mets 92 and his preparation for the Draft. An original creation broadcast on October 8 (9:00 p.m.) on Canal+ and myCanal.
The number 1 of the last Draft spoke of his “break” to cut himself off from the press and various requests.
“It was the first time in my life that I really felt a certain mental fatigue because of the events. It was a necessity to be able to continue calmly on a mental level. Yes, it does a lot of good, I took the time to isolate myself a little” he explained.
However, Victor Wembanyama assures that his life in the United States is now very calm and serene. And above all, he does not feel any particular pressure as he approaches his big debut in the NBA.
“As for what happens next, I think the best part is not knowing what awaits us. I hope it will surprise me and it will be beautiful”
“What I feel, I wouldn’t call it pressure and even less so in recent months because I make very few appearances and almost no media intervention. It’s been very quiet for several months. From my point of view, there is no pressure. These are simply steps that are part of the life of a basketball player. »
Assuring himself to be prepared and “to have no doubt”, Victor Wembanyama still sets objectives. First at the club, where he hopes to bring San Antonio back in the postseason.
“So, for this first season, it would be a qualification for the playoffs” he answers when asked what would be the ideal debut in the NBA. “As for what happens next, I think the best part is not knowing what awaits us. I hope it will surprise me and it will be beautiful. »
Having chosen not to participate in the 2023 World Cup to best prepare for its debut in the Great League, “Wemby” therefore followed the disastrous French campaign from afar.
“The World Cup was very disappointing, like for everyone. But I have no judgment to make since I wasn’t there. Maybe this is the push we need to ‘perform’ at the Olympics… Of course I will be there for the Olympics and there is no other goal than gold.” he concludes.
