Max Kellerman draws parallels between Wembanyama and LeBron's iconic moment
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 4:59 PM
Last updated Jun 1, 2026
Max Kellerman compared Victor Wembanyama's performance to a pivotal moment from LeBron James during the 2016 Finals. Wembanyama's control in leading the Spurs to the NBA Finals contrasts with Chet Holmgren's struggles, as Holmgren averaged just 10.7 points per game in the Western Conference Finals against San Antonio. Kellerman highlighted the significance of these matchups, suggesting that Wembanyama's consistent dominance mirrors LeBron's impactful play against Stephen Curry. This commentary adds a historical lens to understanding current NBA rivalries.
- •Wembanyama leads Spurs to the NBA Finals after a seven-game series.
- •Holmgren averaged 10.7 points per game against San Antonio.
- •Kellerman likens Wembanyama's performance to LeBron's 2016 Finals block.
- •The comparison emphasizes moments of dominance in player matchups.
- 4:59 PMYahoo Sports — Max Kellerman compares Wembanyama edge over Chet to iconic LeBron moment
"Chet Holmgren’s Western Conference Finals left plenty of questions. The Thunder center averaged just 10.
Sources
External linksOriginal reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days- NBA•Aug 5, 2026, 9:47 AMDays after Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones called for a public …
- NBA•Aug 5, 2026, 6:28 AMJalen Brunson Makes Appearance at New York City’s Famed Rucker Park
- NBA•Aug 5, 2026, 6:27 AM‘I’ve lost a family’ – Shaquille O’Neal gets real with his son Shareef about NBA career
- NBA•Aug 5, 2026, 5:07 AMNBA Europe will take UK to another level - Anunoby
- NBA•Aug 5, 2026, 5:05 AMGrassroots basketball court gets an NBA assist
- NBA•Aug 5, 2026, 4:14 AMRui Hachimura speaks about leaving the Lakers to cross town and play for the Clippers
