San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama met Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic for another exhibition game on Sunday. The NBA stars led their respective men’s national basketball teams, France and Serbia, to prepare for the FIBA World Cup Qualifiers this summer.
Early in the game, Wembanyama established his defensive presence, swatting away Jokic’s shot attempts. The Spurs star blocked the three-time MVP in one possession, not once, but twice. It was like a replay of their first friendly game of the offseason.
Their first meeting this summer was on Thursday, with Jokic leading Serbia to a 90-87 win. In that game, the reigning Defensive Player of the Year rejected a dunk attempt from the Serbian star.
It was a replay of how Jokic tried to score over Wembanyama on Sunday.
NBA fans were in disbelief online following Wembanyama’s defensive possession.
“Wemby lapped jokic so fast,” a fan said.
“He looks like role player bro he overrated,” another fan commented.
“Wemby versus Jokic could become the NBA’s most fascinating big-man matchup for years,” one fan said.
More fans celebrated Wembanyama’s defensive play.
“i’ve seen enough. Wemby is gonna win the WIN MVP and back to back DPOY 🏆” someone commented.
“No joke this is probably the best defense he’s ever played on Jokic, and that’s saying a lot,” a comment read.
“My boy said he was rusty last game. He coming back😈👌🏾🔥 👽” one fan commented.
The rematch was one of the best international games this summer. Nikola Jokic finished the game with 34 points and 13 rebounds, recording a strong double-double. Victor Wembanyama, meanwhile, had 18 points, five rebounds and two blocks.
France also bounced back and had a 91-90 win.
Victor Wembanyama is Learning From Playing Against Nikola Jokic
In Victor Wembanyama’s second friendly game against Nikola Jokic, he admitted that he’s gradually learning a lot from the Nuggets star.
“Of course you always learn when you play against Jokic. You always catch some stuff and smarter moves on the court in those duels with him,” Wembanyama said.
Jokic is one of the most established stars in the NBA. Not only is he recognized as a star in the league, but he’s also considered one of the best international players. He always gives it his all for his native Serbia.
Additionally, he is not the most athletic basketball player, so in order to play and score against more athletic opponents, he must possess intelligence. Victor Wembanyama’s game may grow in the future if he learns from Jokic.
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