Victor Wembanyama, the Knicks’ Biggest Foe and New York’s Biggest Tourist
The New York Times • • sports
Key Points:
- San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama sought a quiet moment before Game 3 of the NBA Finals but was recognized and filmed while sketching in Gramercy Park, a video that quickly went viral.
- Wembanyama, 22, grew up near Paris and has long admired New York City, though his goal to win the championship conflicts with the hopes of Knicks fans rooting for their team.
- He described the playoffs as a "whirlwind," emphasizing the mental and physical toll, and the need for recovery time despite the intense schedule.
- This trip has offered limited sightseeing opportunities, with most of his time spent resting and receiving treatment for the physical demands of the series.