Victor Wembanyama (born January 4, 2004) is a French basketball phenom and the No. 1 overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft by the San Antonio Spurs, touted as the most hyped prospect since LeBron James. Standing 7'4" with an 8-foot wingspan, "Wemby" combines guard-like skills (shooting, ball-handling) with elite shot-blocking, redefining modern basketball versatility. Before the NBA, he dominated France's LNB Pro A (winning MVP and Defensive Player of the Year at 19) and drew global attention for his unicorn potential. His rookie season (2023–24) showcased jaw-dropping highlights (5x5 stat lines, 40-point games) and earned him Rookie of the Year. Off the court, the multilingual (French, English) star embraces his "alien" nickname and aims to bring the Spurs back to glory.