Victor Wembanyama receives offseason advice after NBA Finals loss
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 1:38 AM
Last updated Jun 18, 2026
Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs recently faced defeat against the New York Knicks in the NBA Finals. Amidst criticism for their abrupt exit from the court, former NCAA champion Jay Williams defended the team's actions and emphasized the importance of Wembanyama developing a signature post-up move this summer. Williams highlighted Wembanyama’s unique talent and suggested that training with Tim Duncan could benefit his growth. Following this season's heartbreak, Wembanyama is expected to use the experience as motivation to improve for the upcoming year.
- •Victor Wembanyama averaged 26.0 points in the Finals against the Knicks.
- •The Spurs lost the series in five games.
- •Jay Williams recommended Wembanyama work on his post-up game this summer.
- •Williams defended the team's swift exit from the court post-game.
- 1:38 AMYahoo Sports — NCAA champion addresses next step for Victor Wembanyama after NBA Finals loss
"Jay Williams believes that we have yet to see the best of Victor Wembanyama, who is coming off a heartbreaking loss against the New York Knicks in this year’s NBA Finals. During a recent episode of ESPN’s Get Up, the…
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