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Kendrick Perkins criticizes Victor Wembanyama's performance in NBA Finals

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 3:00 PM

Last updated Jun 18, 2026

Kendrick Perkins criticizes Victor Wembanyama's performance in NBA Finals

Summary

Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs concluded their season with a disappointing run in the 2026 NBA Finals. The New York Knicks secured the championship with a 4-1 series victory, highlighted by comebacks in Games 4 and 5. Wembanyama struggled, particularly against the Knicks' Karl-Anthony Towns, shooting under 40 percent in three games. Kendrick Perkins criticized Wembanyama's performance on Yahoo Sports Daily, labeling him as 'soft and scared'. Perkins emphasized the need for Wembanyama to embrace his skill set as a big man going forward.

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By the Numbers

•Knicks win the 2026 NBA Finals 4-1 against Spurs.
•Wembanyama struggled with shooting and physicality during the series.
•Kendrick Perkins criticized Wembanyama's performance on Yahoo Sports Daily.
•Wembanyama is still learning as a 22-year-old in his third NBA season.
•Knicks secured title with comebacks in Games 4 and 5.

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3:00 PMYahoo Sports — Kendrick Perkins slams ‘soft,’ ‘scared’ Victor Wembanyama after NBA Finals performance

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Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs had a stunning season run end in a disappointing 2026 NBA Finals performance. The New York Knicks secured their first championship since 1973 in a 4-1 series win over the Spurs that included a historic comeback in Game 4 and a title-clinching comeback in Game 5. Wembanyama struggled…
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