Wembanyama Named Captain of France | San Antonio Spurs News

Victor Wembanyama, the NBA’s rising superstar and San Antonio Spurs phenom, has been named captain of the French national basketball team — making him the youngest to hold the title since Tony Parker in 2003. With a dominant rookie season averaging 25 points, 11.5 rebounds, and 3 blocks per game, and a silver medal at the Paris Olympics under his belt, Wembanyama is ready to lead France in crucial FIBA World Cup qualifiers against Slovenia and Sweden. Already a Defensive Player of the Year and a force on both ends of the floor, he’s being entrusted with the leadership role that signals not just talent, but maturity and impact. This appointment cements his status as a global icon — now he’s not just playing for himself, but for his nation, ready to carry the torch on the international stage. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e5118c798934b78c