Former College Player Delivers Verdict on Victor Wembanyama Passing Giannis Antetokounmpo

Former college player Jermaine Womack, speaking on the Players' Choice podcast, discussed the potential for San Antonio Spurs player Victor Wembanyama to surpass Giannis Antetokounmpo as the NBA's most dominant player. While acknowledging Giannis's sustained dominance since 2016-17, Womack highlighted Wembanyama's superior defense and shooting ability, though noting Giannis's unique physical dominance is hard to match.

With Wembanyama set to return from a blood clot diagnosis next season, expectations are high that he and the Spurs will take the league by storm due to his unique skillset. Womack specifically described Wembanyama as a "7-foot-5 two-guard jump shooter" who may have added post play and other elements to his game, while also being the best defensive player in the league. He suggested the Spurs could become a top-five seed in the Western Conference.

The analysis compares the two players: Wembanyama is already recognized as a dominant defender (though Giannis is also strong defensively), but Wembanyama could make a significant leap offensively. While Giannis has improved his midrange shot, he doesn't space the floor with three-point shooting. Both can score in traffic, but Wembanyama has the advantage of being able to shoot over any defender. The Spurs have also bolstered their playmaking with additions like De'Aaron Fox, Dylan Harper, and Stephon Castle, providing Wembanyama with offensive support as he continues to develop defensively into all-time great territory.