For all of the struggles the San Antonio Spurs have gone through, Victor Wembanyama has provided them with a constant bright spot. After a horrendous start to the season, they’ve been playing better as of late, but regardless of that, Wembanyama’s talent level has shone through at every turn.
Every time he steps onto the floor, Wembanyama is a constant threat to pull off a highlight-reel play. He’s taken over social media time and time again, and while a big part of it has been his wild physique, it’s also been about what he can do with the ball in his hands.
During a recent appearance on NBA on TNT, Wembanyama was asked by Jamal Crawford if he could pull off one of his signature, behind-the-back moves in a game. Wembanyama said that not only can he do the move, but it’s something he works on.
Crawford was impressed and went on to say that if he does it, he would teach Wembanyama the full version. (H/t Jay Postrado of Clutch Points)
“If you pull that out [the double behind the back shake-and-bake], I may have to show you the extended version,” Crawford said. “I have never shown that to anybody but I will hand that gift to you because you can do it. You will take it to the masses. Congrats, my brother.”
Jamal Crawford: "Can you do the Crawford double behind the back shake-and-bake? Can you do that move in a game?"
Victor Wembanyama: "Yes… [My coach] taught me the double behind the back shake-and-bake. This is something I work on." đź‘€ pic.twitter.com/nPO81ihZRY
— ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) January 31, 2024
Having a guy like Wembanyama leading the way for the Spurs is a blessing. Not only for his talent and impact on winning, but for the constant exposure he’s going to bring to the team.
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