Victor Wembanyama Looks Healthy While Playing Soccer In Viral Video
The San Antonio Spurs phenom has been vacationing in Costa Rica, and while most NBA players might kick back and relax, Wemby's out here putting on a show.
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First, it was on the hardwood at the Los Angeles de La Fortuna Sports Center in San Carlos, where the 7-foot-4 Frenchman casually launched shots like he never left the NBA floor.
Then came the soccer field.
San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama.© Ed Szczepanski-Imagn Images
Wemby surprised a group of young local athletes by hopping into their pickup soccer match.
Not only did he play for more than an hour, but he also took photos, signed autographs, and—naturally—drew a crowd as word got out that a real-life NBA All-Star was in town.
The most encouraging part? He looked completely healthy.
Wembanyama missed the final stretch of the NBA season after undergoing a procedure to treat deep vein thrombosis in his right shoulder.
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That scare sidelined what had been a Defensive Player of the Year-caliber campaign. But seeing him moving freely on the soccer field, without restriction or discomfort, is an early sign that he's on track for a full recovery.
Spurs fans weren't just entertained—they were relieved.
'This is the funniest thing I've seen in my life,' one fan wrote.
'Dude is a giant,' another added.
'Wemby is like that one friend that isn't bad at anything… it's just annoying,' someone joked.
'Imagine getting crossed up and scored on by somebody that is 7'4…' a user posted.
'This is why his footwork and mobility are so good for a big man,' another pointed out.
Looks like Costa Rica is doing wonders for Wemby's health and highlight reel.
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Let's hope the progress continues for one of the NBA's biggest stars.
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