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Draymond Green defends Victor Wembanyama amid cockiness criticism

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 4:54 PM

Last updated Jun 13, 2026

Draymond Green defends Victor Wembanyama amid cockiness criticism

Summary

Draymond Green defended Victor Wembanyama after criticism of his demeanor from various sports figures, including Tiki Barber and Adam Schein. They labeled the Spurs star as 'cocky' and lacking humility. Green acknowledged Wembanyama's competitiveness but suggested that language barriers might distort perceptions of his attitude. As the Spurs face a significant challenge in the NBA Finals against the New York Knicks, Wembanyama aims to shift the series momentum when Game 5 occurs at home.

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By the Numbers

•Wembanyama faces backlash for perceived cockiness from multiple personalities
•Green argues language nuances affect Wembanyama's communication
•Spurs must win Game 5 to avoid elimination against Knicks
•Wembanyama believes Spurs control their own destiny
•Knicks lead the series with strong performances from key players

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4:54 PMYahoo Sports — Draymond Green Pushes Back on Claims That Victor Wembanyama Is Overly Cocky

What they're saying

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This weekend, Victor Wembanyama has been called “cocky” by more than one sports personality. Former NFL star Tiki Barber blasted the Spurs star for having “no humility,” while SiriusXM’s Adam Schein criticized Wemby for not backing up his “villain role” with better play down the stretch.
— Yahoo Sports

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