Draymond GreenForward, Golden State Warriors

Will Victor Wembanyama change the NBA like Stephen Curry did? #nba #basketball #sports

16 Jan 2025 · 1 min

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In this brief YouTube discussion, Draymond Green and an unnamed speaker (Speaker B) debate whether Victor Wembanyama can transform the NBA to the same extent as Stephen Curry. Speaker B argues that Wembanyama is a rare talent, likening his skill set to Kevin Durant’s shooting and Giannis Antetokounmpo’s versatility, and claims that if he stays healthy he could become a game‑changer. Draymond Green counters emphatically, stating there is a 0% chance Wembanyama’s impact could match Curry’s because his 7‑foot‑6 stature limits relatability and cultural resonance, whereas Curry’s impact stemmed from his size‑neutral appeal and shooting prowess. The conversation centers on player comparisons, the role of physical attributes versus marketability, and the importance of health for Wembanyama’s potential legacy.

Does Wemby have the capacity to change the game with the same impact as Steph?
Hell yeah. He's a rarity. He got a little KD. He learning how to be a little Giannis this year, and he ain't afraid to go for the greatest title.
I think hell no. There's a 0% chance Wemby's impact can be even remotely close to Steph. Wemby is as special of a player as we've seen possibly in the history of the NBA, and that's why he can't have the impact. You just can't be 7'6". One of the reasons Steph has had such a large impact is because he look like he everybody's size.
Everybody think, "I can be Steph." I gotta challenge you on this. Wemby comes from the Steph tree. So shooting threes, handle. If he stays healthy, he on pace to like be a game changer.
I just go back to the original question. Can he change the game like Steph? But as far as changing the game, we can't change to be Wemby.