Victor Wembanyama aims for breakthrough season with Spurs
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 19, 2026, 1:32 AM
Last updated Oct 19, 2026
Victor Wembanyama, entering his fourth NBA season with the San Antonio Spurs, is poised for a standout year. Following a successful offseason, the Spurs added veteran Tobias Harris to complement Wembanyama’s dynamic play. Last season, Wembanyama averaged 25 points and was voted Defensive Player of the Year. The Spurs finished short of the Finals last year and are looking to improve with Wembanyama leading the charge. He and the Spurs are ambitious as training camp begins.
- •Wembanyama was third in MVP voting last season.
- •Spurs added Tobias Harris for experience and size.
- •Wembanyama averaged 25 points, 11.5 rebounds, and 3.1 blocks last season.
- •Spurs are aiming to return to the Finals after last year's loss.
- 1:32 AMYahoo Sports — Wembanyama targets title breakthrough as NBA season tips off
"French phenomenon Victor Wembanyama, knocking on the door almost since his arrival in the NBA three years ago, is poised for the ultimate breakout season with the San Antonio Spurs.But the Spurs fortunes will ultimately rest with Wemby.
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